Flying from Bangkok to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG): What you need to know
There are two main airports to jet off from in Bangkok. Explore your options departing from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) or Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) when reserving your flight from Bangkok to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG).
Expect to be in the air for 4 hours 25 minutes. That's the average time for a direct Bangkok to Shanghai Pudong International Airport flight.
The timezone in Shanghai is UTC+8, which is one hour ahead of Bangkok. Shanghai Pudong International Airport is located in Shanghai.
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) is the most popular route. There are 100 direct weekly departures to choose from. If you have things to do before leaving, hop on the last flight with Shanghai Airlines at 9:55pm. Choose the first BKK to PVG departure operated by Thai Airways International at 12:30am if getting there sooner works for you.
To ensure you catch your flight from Bangkok to PVG, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Heading away during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) makes it easy to travel directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Bangkok to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) can be booked from this terminal.
A good selection of airlines at BKK operate direct flights from Bangkok to Shanghai Pudong International Airport. The most well-known include:
The majority of travelers prefer to fly with Shanghai Airlines from BKK to PVG.
China Eastern Airlines takes the top spot for on-time performance. An impressive 95.54% of its services on this route arrive as planned.
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Bangkok to PVG. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK). Slip in a stop (and skip the high fares) by flying through one of these airports:
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN)
Located around 32 kilometers from central Bangkok, BKK can be reached in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
Want an easy start to your vacation? Stay near Suvarnabhumi Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Bangkok to Shanghai Pudong International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels offer the perfect solution:
When it comes to Suvarnabhumi Airport's on-time performance, data shows 67.87% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Think about kicking off your trip from Don Mueang International Airport (DMK). You can book a direct Bangkok to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) flight ticket with departures from this hub.
Thai AirAsia X operates direct flights from Bangkok to PVG departing from DMK. Book your favorite window seat and arrive at your destination in a single stretch.
Thai AirAsia X is the most popular choice for travelers flying from DMK to PVG.
Split up your flight from Bangkok to Shanghai Pudong International Airport with a stop so you can recharge or tick a new place off your list. Top stopovers between Don Mueang International Airport and PVG are:
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport (CKG)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
With public transport, you can travel from central Bangkok to DMK in around 1 hour 5 minutes. The terminal is roughly 27 kilometers away, and getting there by car takes approximately 30 minutes.
Got an early start? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Don Mueang International Airport the day before your Bangkok to PVG flight:
Don Mueang International Airport has an on-time performance of 66.48%. This figure sheds light on how often flights that depart from this airport land on time.
About Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Bangkok to Shanghai Pudong International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near PVG instead:
The street address for PVG is No.300 Qihang Road.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bangkok to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Currently, AED 247 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Bangkok to Shanghai Pudong International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is AED 367. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Score cheap flights from Bangkok to PVG by booking 11 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
Plan your trip for April. That's the best month for scoring the biggest deals on Bangkok to Shanghai Pudong International Airport tickets. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
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The best time to fly from Bangkok to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
July is the busiest month for flights from Bangkok to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG). Plan your visit to Shanghai in April if you'd rather avoid peak season.
The warmest month in Shanghai is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Lock in your Bangkok to PVG flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Look for cheap tickets from Bangkok to Shanghai Pudong International Airport in January if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF).
More about Shanghai
Start your Shanghai trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Bangkok to Shanghai Pudong International Airport, check out our range of hotels including:
外滩-观景平台 and 外滩建筑群 are a couple of top-rated attractions to put on your Shanghai must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Shanghai Museum.
Explore more of China
You've done Shanghai, now it's time to discover more of China. Travel around 306 kilometers west to Nanjing to tick off its popular sights. From Nanjing City Wall to Zijin Tower and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Puyang is another essential stop in China and is around 257 kilometers south-west of Shanghai. No journey is complete without seeing Poet Town, 江南第一家郑义门古建筑群 and Xuanlushan Scenic Area.