Flying from Louisville International Airport-Standiford Field (SDF) to Shanghai: what you need to know
The timezone in Shanghai is UTC+8. The city is 12 hours ahead of Louisville, where Louisville International Airport-Standiford Field is located.
Leave plenty of time to catch your SDF to Shanghai flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Longer lines at security and check-in are likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing space. A good rule for peak times? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially score a cheaper flight ticket from SDF to Shanghai. All you need to do is uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a detour (and maybe pocket some savings) by stopping at one of these popular options:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
Located around 14 kilometres from the centre of Louisville, SDF can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 2 hours 40 minutes.
Searching for a hotel close to SDF? If you've booked an early flight from Louisville International Airport-Standiford Field to Shanghai, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Of all flights leaving Louisville International Airport-Standiford Field, 77.69% touch down on time at their destination.
You'll find SDF at 600 Terminal Drive.
How to find the cheapest flights from Louisville International Airport-Standiford Field (SDF) to Shanghai
Rs184,711 is currently the best price for a one-way Louisville International Airport-Standiford Field to Shanghai flight. Return flight tickets start at Rs300,269. These prices may change depending on demand.
To pick up cheap flights from SDF to Shanghai, book as early as possible. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when tickets are first released.
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Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
The distance from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to central Shanghai is roughly 56 kilometres. It takes about 50 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Think about booking a hotel near PVG if you have a late flight from Louisville International Airport-Standiford Field to Shanghai. Select one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Start your adventure sooner with a Shanghai Pudong International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Hertz to explore parts of Shanghai that don't always get the spotlight.
Reserve your vehicle from Shanghai Pudong International Airport a few weeks in advance of your flight from SDF to Shanghai. If you're going away during a busy period, book even earlier to get the lowest price possible.
You'll find PVG at No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) is around 14 kilometres from the centre of Shanghai. Once you've hopped off your flight from Louisville International Airport-Standiford Field to Shanghai, it'll take you around 20 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You'll find some great places to rest your head close to SHA. Settle in and get cosy after your SDF to Shanghai flight at one of these well-located options:
Why work around someone else's schedule? Pick up a Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport rental car and stay in control of your journey. Reserve a set of wheels here with Hertz.
Save time at the rental desk by completing your booking beforehand. Secure your ride from SHA ahead of time so you can simply grab the keys and get going.
The address for Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
Best time to go to Shanghai
Carefully consider your dates before booking your flight from Louisville International Airport-Standiford Field to Shanghai. The city buzzes during high season, but rates are often higher and major attractions can be busy. Go to Shanghai in low season if you want a more relaxed vibe.
Book a Louisville International Airport-Standiford Field to Shanghai flight ticket with a departure in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 23ºC to 34ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -1ºC and 10ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from SDF to Shanghai around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Shanghai
After booking your flight from Louisville International Airport-Standiford Field to Shanghai, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Shanghai:
Yu Garden and The Bund Sightseeing Avenue are just two of the popular attractions to add to your Shanghai travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Shanghai Tower.
Explore more of China
You've done Shanghai, now it's time to discover other corners of China. Journey around 274 kilometres west to Nanjing to check off its leading attractions. From Nanjing City Wall to Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall and Xuanwu Lake, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Puyang is another sought-after destination in China and is around 241 kilometres south-west of Shanghai. No trip is complete without a visit to Denggao Lansheng Building, Baozhang Yougu Scenic Area and 元宝山探险乐园.
