Travelling from Phoenix to Shanghai: what you need to know
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) is Phoenix's main airport. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Phoenix to Shanghai taking off from here.
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) and Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) are Shanghai's chief entry points.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your Phoenix to Shanghai flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Taking off during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix to Shanghai
To pick up cheap Phoenix to Shanghai flights, book as early as possible. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first released.
Getting cheap plane tickets from Phoenix to Shanghai is more likely if you're flexible with your travel plans. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices throughout the month and bag a great deal.
Save time searching for cheap flights from Phoenix to Shanghai by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' Phoenix to Shanghai flights.
Flying from Phoenix
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a travel break — and possibly even explore a different city. When searching for Phoenix to Shanghai flights departing from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
The journey from central Phoenix to PHX takes about 35 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 6 kilometres in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Phoenix to Shanghai, these accommodation options will have you sleeping nice and close to your departure gate:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport scores top marks for on-time performance. 82.57% of flights that take off from PHX reach their destination on time.
PHX is located at 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
Arriving in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) is approximately 32 kilometres from the centre of Shanghai. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes around 50 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel near PVG if you're coming in on a late flight from Phoenix to Shanghai. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Set your own pace with a Shanghai Pudong International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Hertz to explore parts of Shanghai that don't always get the spotlight.
Reserve your ride from Shanghai Pudong International Airport several weeks ahead to get the lowest price possible. If you're travelling during peak season, you may want to book your Phoenix to Shanghai flight even earlier.
The address for PVG is No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Central Shanghai is about 13 kilometres from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA). As soon as your flight from Phoenix to Shanghai has touched down and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should be around 20 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to SHA. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your flight from Phoenix to Shanghai:
Why work around someone else's schedule? Pick up a Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport rental car and call the shots on your own adventure. Book your wheels here with Hertz.
Get your preferred vehicle, not just whatever's left, by securing your ride from SHA before your arrival. You'll also avoid paying extra, especially when demand is high.
You can find Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
Best time to go to Shanghai
April is the most popular month for flights from Phoenix to Shanghai. To travel when it's less crowded, go to Shanghai in April.
When booking your Phoenix to Shanghai tickets, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. August is the warmest month in Shanghai, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC to 34ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -1ºC and 10ºC. Look for cheap flights from Phoenix to Shanghai around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Shanghai
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Shanghai right here. Check out these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Phoenix to Shanghai:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. The Bund Sightseeing Avenue, Yu Garden and Shanghai Tower are attractions you won't want to skip in Shanghai.
Explore more of China
You've seen Shanghai, now it's time to discover more of China. Journey around 274 kilometres west to Nanjing to tick off its top sights. From Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum to Nanjing City Wall and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Suzhou is another essential stop in China and is around 80 kilometres west of Shanghai. No journey is complete without seeing Lotus Peak, Tianpingshan and Shangfang Tower.
