Flying from Changchun Airport (CGQ) to Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Changchun Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport is 2 hours 55 minutes.
Changchun and Shanghai are in the same timezone, UTC+8.
You can take your pick of 121 weekly Changchun Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport flights.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your CGQ to PVG flight.
Travelling during a peak month like August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
There are direct flights from Changchun Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport, so getting to Shanghai (and then seeing more of China!) is a cinch. Top airlines that fly nonstop include:
China Southern is the top choice for travellers on this route.
China Southern ranks as the leading on-time carrier for CGQ to PVG flights, with 98.04% of its services landing on schedule.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Changchun Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Some great stopovers between CGQ and PVG include:
Beijing Daxing Airport
Qingdao Airport
Jinan Yaoqiang Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Changchun Airport (CGQ) to Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG)
$89 is the best price for a one-way Changchun Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport flight. A return flight starts from $163. These fares may change based on availability.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from CGQ to PVG if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Changchun Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport across every month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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Handy information about Changchun Airport (CGQ)
The address for CGQ is 105 Provincial Rd.
Changchun Airport gets top marks for on-time performance. 89% of flights that depart CGQ reach their destination on time.
To reach Changchun Airport from central Changchun, it'll take about 35 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 31 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
Booking a hotel room for the night can take the hassle out of getting to the airport on time. If you need a place to stay before your flight from Changchun Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport, take a look at Qingguo Guesthouse (Changchun Longjia Airport Branch). It's a short drive from CGQ.
Arriving at Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG)
If you're getting in on a late Changchun Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these options near PVG:
Go beyond Shanghai and explore places outside the usual tourist stops with your own wheels. You can grab a Shanghai Pudong Airport rental car from Hertz.
Reserve your vehicle from Shanghai Pudong Airport at least a few weeks in advance to get the best deal. If you're planning to travel during a busy period, it's smart to book even earlier.
When to fly to Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG)
April is the most popular month for flights from Changchun Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Shanghai in March.
The warmest month in Shanghai is August, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Lock in your flights from Changchun Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Search for cheap tickets from CGQ to PVG sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of China
Shanghai is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of China just waiting to be explored. About 274 kilometres west of Shanghai, a visit to Nanjing will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like Nanjing City Wall, Zijin Tower and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall.
Around 80 kilometres west of Shanghai, Suzhou is another favourite stop in China. No visit is complete without checking out Humble Administrator's Garden, Lingering Garden and Pingjiang Road.