Travelling from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Shanghai: what you need to know
Dublin Airport is located in Dublin. Following the UTC+8 timezone, Shanghai is eight hours ahead of Dublin.
To avoid rushing for your DUB to Shanghai flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
If you're heading away during a major holiday or another peak period, allow for even more time. A good rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your flight ticket from DUB to Shanghai. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Give yourself a breather (and maybe even a better deal) by stopping at one of these connection hubs:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Manchester Airport (MAN)
DUB is about 8 kilometres from central Dublin. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 2 hours 10 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Dublin Airport to Shanghai? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near DUB:
Of all flights departing from Dublin Airport, 72.87% arrive on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Shanghai
$630 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Dublin Airport to Shanghai flight. Return flight tickets start from $974. These prices can change based on demand.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to land cheap flights from DUB to Shanghai if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Dublin Airport to Shanghai across the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to central Shanghai takes about 50 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 56 kilometres away.
If you have a late flight from Dublin Airport to Shanghai, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near PVG:
Enjoy the freedom to roam with a Shanghai Pudong International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Hertz to explore parts of Shanghai that don't always get the spotlight.
To lock in the best rate, reserve your vehicle from Shanghai Pudong International Airport at least a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from DUB to Shanghai. Prices typically go up closer to the day of travel.
You'll find PVG at No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Once your flight from Dublin Airport to Shanghai has landed, you can make your way to the city centre in around 20 minutes by car. Central Shanghai is roughly 14 kilometres from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA).
There are some great places to drop your things at near SHA. Unwind and get cosy after your DUB to Shanghai flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Why be tied to someone else's timetable? Grab a Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport rental car and stay in control of your journey. Book a set of wheels here with Hertz.
In general, the earlier you book, the better the deals and selection of vehicles. Secure your ride from SHA once your travel dates are set.
The address for Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
Best time to go to Shanghai
Visit Shanghai during the high season if you want a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Dublin Airport to Shanghai in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
The warmest month in Shanghai is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Lock in your Dublin Airport to Shanghai flight ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from DUB to Shanghai in January when temperatures average between -1ºC (30ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF).
More about Shanghai
Start your Shanghai trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Dublin Airport to Shanghai, browse our selection of hotels including:
Yu Garden and The Bund Sightseeing Avenue are just a couple of the leading attractions to put on your Shanghai travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Shanghai Tower.
Explore more of China
Shanghai has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of China just waiting to be explored. Around 274 kilometres west of Shanghai, a visit to Nanjing will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like Nanjing City Wall, Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall and Xuanwu Lake.
Puyang is another essential stop in China and is around 241 kilometres south-west of Shanghai. No journey is complete without experiencing Denggao Lansheng Building, Baozhang Yougu Scenic Area and 元宝山探险乐园.