Traveling from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Fukuoka Airport (FUK): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Fukuoka Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 55 minutes.
The timezone in Fukuoka is UTC+9, which is one hour ahead of Shanghai.
Flights from PVG to FUK start from 07:40 — the first with Spring Airlines. The latest departure is at 18:20 with China Eastern Airlines. In total, you can choose from 55 weekly Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Fukuoka Airport flights.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your PVG to FUK flight.
During popular months such as April, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're traveling during a high season in general.
You'll find a range of airlines operating direct flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Fukuoka Airport. When you're ready to kick off your Fukuoka adventure, let one of these carriers transport you to this unmissable part of Japan:
The majority of travelers choose to fly with Spring Airlines on this route.
With an impressive 85.0% of services arriving as scheduled, Spring Airlines is the most punctual carrier for PVG to FUK flights.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Fukuoka Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Stopovers between PVG and FUK include:
Gimhae International Airport
Incheon International Airport
Kansai International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Fukuoka Airport (FUK)
At the moment, AED 410 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Fukuoka Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is AED 803. Remember that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book 11 months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from PVG to FUK.
October is the cheapest month for flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Fukuoka Airport. If you want to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for every month.
Picking up cheap flights from PVG to FUK is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when fares go down.
Find the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Fukuoka Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
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 stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Shanghai to Shanghai Pudong International Airport is around 56 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 50 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Looking for a convenient hotel near PVG? If you're catching an early flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Fukuoka Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Fukuoka Airport (FUK)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Fukuoka Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near FUK instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Fukuoka Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from JDM Rent a car, Suzuki Rental Car or HM Rent-a-Car and explore beyond Fukuoka's main sights.
To get the lowest price, book your ride from Fukuoka Airport about four weeks before your trip.
Getting from Fukuoka Airport (FUK) to central Fukuoka
You'll find FUK at 348 Kamiusui, Hakata Ward.
Fukuoka Airport is roughly 6 kilometers from central Fukuoka. The drive time takes about 15 minutes.
When to fly to Fukuoka Airport (FUK)
The quietest month for a flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Fukuoka Airport is April, while June is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Fukuoka based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Fukuoka is August, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Fukuoka Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from PVG to FUK in January if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 1ºC (34ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) on average.
Explore more of Japan
Osaka is just one of the many cities in Japan waiting to be explored once you've seen Fukuoka. Around 483 kilometers away to the east, popular attractions include Osaka Castle, Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan.
Kobe is another well-known destination in Japan and is around 451 kilometers east of Fukuoka. No trip is complete without seeing Kobe Seabus Fantasy, Keikoin and Kagawa Prefecture Fisheries Cooperative Federation Osaka Branch Sales Division.