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The things to know before you go.Cheapest flight found | AED 593 |
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Cheapest month to fly | May |
Average flight time | 2 hrs, 22 mins |
Most popular airline | China Eastern |
Average flights per week | 3,256 |
Finding cheap flights from Shanghai to Beijing: Frequently asked questions
Beijing has two main airports – Beijing Capital International Airport and Beijing Nanyuan Airport. There are flights from Shanghai to both Beijing’s airports. There are three flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport - Air China, China Eastern Airlines and Hainan Airlines, while Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport has seven airlines that operate flights - Air China, China Eastern Airlines, China Southern Airlines, China United Airlines, Hainan Airlines, Juneyao Airlines and XiamenAir.
* This information is correct as of June 2017
Airport Information - Arriving
Beijing Capital International Airport is the main airport in the Chinese capital made up of three passenger terminals. Terminal 1 is the primary domestic terminal at the airport, while Terminal 2 offers a blend of domestic and international flights and Terminal 3 is the newest. At the airport travelers can enjoy a wide range of amenities and facilities so all your main needs will be met. Alongside a range of shops and duty free shopping, there are many eating and drinking options available so you won’t go hungry. Once you have arrived at the airport, the quickest way to reach central Beijing is on the Airport Express train which takes around 30 minutes.
Beijing Nanyuan Airport is the oldest airport in China having been established in 1910 and now operates as a base for China United Airlines. The airport is scheduled for closure once Beijing’s new airport, Beijing Daxing International Airport, is fully completed and operational. A new terminal was constructed and inaugurated in 2013 at Beijing Nanyuan Airport despite its imminent closure. You can find a decent range of services and amenities at the airport so you won’t be short on things to do whilst waiting for flights.
Airport Information - Departing
Shanghai Pudong International Airport is the main international airport in Shanghai as well as offering a range of domestic flights. The airport consists of two passenger terminals including the new and modern Terminal 2 which was inaugurated in 2008. You can also find many places to have a meal or a quick drink at the airport, while there are also many different shops available to pick up everything you need before traveling.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is mostly a domestic and regional hub and offers all of the services and amenities you would need. The airport has recently benefited from the completion of the brand-new Terminal 2 in 2010 and is also renovating the older Terminal 1 up to high modern standards. Alongside an ample collection of shops to find all your travel essentials, the airport offers a few places to eat and drink including restaurants to sit down with a meal.
What to Expect in Beijing
In Beijing the weather over the summer can get hot and humid but soon gets cold as winter approaches. As you will be flying domestically across China you won’t be required to get a visa, while there is no difference in time between Shanghai and Beijing so don’t worry about changing your clocks. Check out the top hotels in Beijing to make the most out of your trip.
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