Flying from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport (DLC): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours.
Dalian's timezone is UTC+8, which is the same as Shanghai.
Flights from PVG to DLC start from 07:00 — the earliest with Juneyao Airlines. The last service of the day is at 23:00 with Spring Airlines. Overall, you can take your pick of 404 weekly Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport flights.
Leave plenty of time to make your PVG to DLC flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as April, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
There are plenty of direct flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport, so getting to Dalian (and then seeing more of China!) is a breeze. Top carriers that fly nonstop include:
The majority of passengers choose to travel with Spring Airlines on this route.
Air China is a leader in on-time performance for PVG to DLC flights, with 93.75% of services arriving as scheduled.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Stopovers between PVG and DLC include:
Qingdao Liuting International Airport
Jeju International Airport
Incheon International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport (DLC)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport flight is Rs10,523. A round-trip plane ticket is currently Rs23,677. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Book six months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from PVG to DLC.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport. If you prefer to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for every month.
Landing cheap flights from PVG to DLC is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as a new deal comes up.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport.
Handy information about Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
PVG's address is No.300 Qihang Road.
When it comes to Shanghai Pudong International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 78.11% of flights complete their journey on time.
Shanghai Pudong International Airport is about 56 kilometres from central Shanghai. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near PVG. Whether you're catching an early flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport (DLC)
If you're landing on a late Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near DLC:
Getting from Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport (DLC) to central Dalian
The street address for DLC is 100 Yingke Road.
From Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport, Dalian is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to drive to the centre.
When to fly to Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport (DLC)
The quietest month for a flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Dalian based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Dalian is July, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC and 31ºC. Book your flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from PVG to DLC in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -12ºC and 0ºC on average.
Explore more of China
Dalian has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of China you should also see. Around 467 kilometres west of Dalian, a trip to Beijing will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven and Tiananmen Square.
Around 386 kilometres west of Dalian, Tianjin is another essential stop in China. Experience major highlights starting with Ancient Culture Street, Porcelain house and Haihe River.