Flying from Shanghai to Zhangjiajie Hehua International Airport (DYG): What you need to know
Your journey comes together at Shanghai's main airport, Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG). Check out the options for catching a flight from Shanghai to Zhangjiajie Hehua International Airport (DYG) leaving from this base.
Book a direct Shanghai to Zhangjiajie Hehua International Airport flight and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 25 minutes.
Dayong's timezone is UTC+8, which is the same as Shanghai. Zhangjiajie Hehua International Airport is located in Dayong.
With 15 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Zhangjiajie Hehua International Airport (DYG) is the busiest route. Juneyao Airlines operates the earliest flight at 6:35am. If you're eager to make the most of your day before jetting off, the latest flight from PVG to DYG is with Shanghai Airlines at 8:25pm.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from Shanghai to DYG.
During popular months like February, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from Shanghai to Zhangjiajie Hehua International Airport (DYG) depart from this terminal.
When leaving from PVG, you can catch a direct flight from Shanghai to Zhangjiajie Hehua International Airport with Shanghai Airlines.
Shanghai Airlines is the most frequently booked airline offering flights from PVG to DYG.
With a dependable 92.79% of services arriving as planned, Juneyao Airlines is the best-performing carrier for punctuality on this route.
PVG is around 48 kilometres from central Shanghai. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 50 minutes.
In search of a comfortable hotel close to Shanghai Pudong International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Shanghai to Zhangjiajie Hehua International Airport, these accommodation options will put you conveniently close to check-in:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport has a strong on-time performance, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from PVG land at their destination as scheduled 82% of the time.
PVG is located at No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
You can reach SHA from the centre of Shanghai in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride on public transport takes roughly 40 minutes to cover the 14 kilometres or so.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Shanghai to DYG flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport:
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport has a strong track record for reliability and timeliness. 85% of flights departing here meet their scheduled arrival times without fail.
The address for SHA is 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
About Zhangjiajie Hehua International Airport (DYG)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Shanghai to Zhangjiajie Hehua International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near DYG instead:
You'll find DYG at Airport Rd..
Getting from Zhangjiajie Hehua International Airport (DYG) to central Dayong
The centre of Dayong is about 3 kilometres from Zhangjiajie Hehua International Airport. Journey times by car hire or taxi will vary based on traffic conditions and time of day, so do some research ahead of your trip.
It typically takes 15 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Zhangjiajie Hehua International Airport (DYG)
Currently, $134 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Shanghai to Zhangjiajie Hehua International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $294. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To snag cheap flights from Shanghai to DYG, book your ticket one month ahead of your departure date.
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The best time to fly from Shanghai to Zhangjiajie Hehua International Airport (DYG)
September is when most people book flights from Shanghai to Zhangjiajie Hehua International Airport (DYG). Plan your visit to Dayong in February if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
When booking your Shanghai to DYG plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Dayong, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
January has temperatures of between -3ºC (27ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Shanghai to Zhangjiajie Hehua International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Dayong
Once you've booked your flight from Shanghai to Zhangjiajie Hehua International Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Dayong:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be hard to work out where to begin. Tianmen Mountain Glass Walkway, Tianmen Mountain and Tianmen Mountain Cableway are major attractions which should feature on any well-planned Dayong itinerary.
Explore more of China
You've done Dayong, now it's time to explore more of China. Journey about 257 kilometres east to Changsha to check off its leading attractions. From Yuelu Mountain to Hunan Provincial Museum and Mawangdui Han Tombs, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.