Flying from Shanghai to Pune Airport (PNQ): What you need to know
Shanghai is home to a couple of airports where you can set off on your adventure. Explore your options for booking a flight from Shanghai to Pune Airport (PNQ) heading out from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) or Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA).
Pune Airport is located in Pune. The city follows the UTC+5:30 timezone and is two hours 30 minutes behind Shanghai.
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 catch your flight from Shanghai to PNQ.
If you're heading away during a bank holiday or other peak period, allow extra time. Arrive two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Whether you'd like to discover a new city along the way or just have a break, we make it easy to find a flight with a stopover. To compare your options taking off from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Dubai Airport (DXB) is a stop you can make when searching for cheap flights from Shanghai to PNQ.
PVG is about 56 kilometres from central Shanghai. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a hassle-free start to your journey? Stay near Shanghai Pudong International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Shanghai to Pune Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just what you're after:
78.11% of flights leaving from Shanghai Pudong International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
PVG's address is No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
SHA is approximately 14 kilometres from central Shanghai. It takes 20 minutes or so to reach the terminal when driving from the city centre.
Catching the earliest flight? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport the day before your Shanghai to PNQ flight:
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport has earned its reputation for punctuality. 85.58% of flights departing here meet their scheduled arrival times without fail.
You'll find SHA at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
About Pune Airport (PNQ)
If you have a late flight from Shanghai to Pune Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near PNQ:
Explore beyond Pune and discover destinations that fly under the radar with your own wheels. You can grab a Pune Airport rental car from leading providers like Europcar or Avis.
For the lowest price, book your vehicle around one week ahead of your Shanghai to Pune Airport flight.
Getting from Pune Airport (PNQ) to central Pune
The centre of Pune is about 8 kilometres from Pune Airport. Journey times by car hire or cab will vary based on time of day, so do some research ahead of time.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Pune Airport (PNQ)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Shanghai to Pune Airport is $349. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $2,760. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Shanghai to PNQ. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
Cheap Shanghai to Pune Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across each month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Shanghai to Pune Airport (PNQ)
April is the quietest month for flights from Shanghai to Pune Airport (PNQ), while July is the busiest. Work out the ideal time to go to Pune based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your Shanghai to PNQ flight ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. April is the warmest month in Pune, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 40ºC (104ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Shanghai to Pune Airport in January when temperatures are between 15ºC (59ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
More about Pune
Start your Pune trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Shanghai to Pune Airport, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be hard to figure out where to begin. BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir, Shaniwar Wada and Dagadusheth Halwai Ganapati Temple are leading attractions which should be on any good Pune itinerary.
Explore more of India
Mumbai is just one of the many cities in India waiting to be discovered after you've seen Pune. Around 121 kilometres away to the west, check out popular attractions including Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus, Gateway Of India Mumbai and Marine Drive View Sunset Point.
Around 105 kilometres north-west of Pune, Navi Mumbai is another essential stop in India. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to ISKCON Khargar, ADAI WATERFALL and Karnala Fort.
