Travelling from Cairo Airport (CAI) to Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Cairo Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 10 hours 25 minutes.
The timezone in Shanghai is UTC+8, which is six hours ahead of Cairo.
Flights from CAI to PVG start from 00:15 — the earliest with EgyptAir. The latest departure is at 23:25 with EgyptAir. Overall, you can take your pick of nine weekly Cairo Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Get to the airport on time to catch your CAI to PVG flight.
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Getting to Shanghai (and then discovering more of China!) is a snap with China Eastern. This popular carrier has direct flights from Cairo Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport.
China Eastern has the highest passenger demand on this route.
China Eastern ranks as the leading on-time carrier for CAI to PVG flights, with 95.24% of services arriving on schedule.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Cairo Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport. Here are the top stopovers between CAI and PVG:
Guangzhou Airport
Istanbul Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cairo Airport (CAI) to Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Cairo Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport flight is $454. A round-trip plane ticket right now is $739. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To score cheap tickets from CAI to PVG, book your trip 11 months ahead of your planned departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Cairo Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
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Handy information about Cairo Airport (CAI)
Of all flights departing from Cairo Airport, 65% land on schedule at their destination.
Cairo Airport is about 23 kilometres from central Cairo. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport usually takes 1 hour.
Get your travels off to a hassle-free start by staying near CAI. Whether you're catching an early flight from Cairo Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Cairo Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near PVG instead:
Start your adventure sooner with a Shanghai Pudong Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Hertz to explore parts of Shanghai that most tourists miss.
To lock in the lowest rate, book your ride from Shanghai Pudong Airport at least a couple of weeks ahead. Prices typically increase closer to the day of travel.
Getting from Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG) to central Shanghai
The address for PVG is No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Pudong Airport is approximately 48 kilometres from central Shanghai. Driving there takes about 1 hour 5 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
When to fly to Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG)
April is the busiest month for flights from Cairo Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Shanghai in March.
Book your flight from Cairo Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport for August if you want to explore Shanghai during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from CAI to PVG in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) on average.
Explore more of China
You've visited Shanghai, now it's time to explore other parts of China. Travel around 274 kilometres west to Nanjing to check off its top attractions. From Nanjing City Wall to Zijin Tower and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 80 kilometres west of Shanghai, Suzhou is another favourite stop in China. Start your sightseeing at Humble Administrator's Garden, Lingering Garden and Pingjiang Road.