Flying from Shanghai to Logan International Airport (BOS): What you need to know
There are two main airports you can start your journey from in Shanghai. Explore your options leaving from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) or Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) when organising your flight from Shanghai to Logan International Airport (BOS).
The timezone in Boston is UTC-4, which is 12 hours behind Shanghai. Logan International Airport is located in Boston.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your flight from Shanghai to BOS.
If you're flying during a major holiday or other peak period, give yourself more time. Arrive two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Shanghai to BOS. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG). Break up your trip (and maybe get a better deal) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Narita International Airport (NRT)
To get to PVG from central Shanghai, it takes around 50 minutes to drive the 56 kilometres or so.
Catching an early flight from Shanghai to Logan International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by staying at one of these hotels near Shanghai Pudong International Airport:
When it comes to Shanghai Pudong International Airport's on-time performance, 78.11% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
PVG is located at No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Shanghai to Logan International Airport. Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) is one of the options between Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport and BOS.
SHA is around 14 kilometres from central Shanghai. It'll take 20 minutes or so to reach the terminal when driving from the city centre.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Shanghai to BOS flight? Kick back in a hotel near Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport before your break officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
Most flights that leave Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport land at their destination within the expected time frame. It boasts a strong on-time performance rate of 85.58%.
SHA is located at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
About Logan International Airport (BOS)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Shanghai to Logan International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near BOS:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Logan International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Dollar, Budget or Thrifty and discover more of Boston and beyond.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle around one week ahead of your Shanghai to Logan International Airport flight.
The address for BOS is One Harborside Drive.
Getting from Logan International Airport (BOS) to central Boston
Logan International Airport is around 3 kilometres from central Boston. How long it'll take to get there by car hire or cab depends on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of around 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Logan International Airport (BOS)
At the moment, $822 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Shanghai to Logan International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,419. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Shanghai to BOS if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest Shanghai to Logan International Airport tickets across the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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Save money on your flight from Shanghai to Logan International Airport by using filters. Choose your preferred departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Shanghai to Logan International Airport (BOS)
May is the quietest month for flights from Shanghai to Logan International Airport (BOS), while August is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Boston based on whether you want a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your Shanghai to BOS flight ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Boston, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Shanghai to Logan International Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -8ºC (18ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF).
More about Boston
Once you've booked your flight from Shanghai to Logan International Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Boston:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be hard to know where to start. Museum of Fine Arts Boston, Freedom Trail and Quincy Market are highlights which should be on any good Boston itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
You've done Boston, now it's time to discover other parts of the United States. Journey about 290 kilometres south-west to Yonkers to check off its top sights. From LEGOLAND Discovery Centre Westchester to Unity Park and Philipse Manor Hall, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Springfield is another standout destination in the United States and is around 137 kilometres west of Boston. No journey is complete without seeing Titanic Museum, Basketball Hall of Fame and Springfield Museums.