Flying from Hangzhou Airport (HGH) to Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG): what you need to know
Around 50 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Hangzhou Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport.
Hangzhou and Shanghai share the UTC+8 timezone. This means you won't need to account for any time differences.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your HGH to PVG flight.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
China Eastern has direct flights from Hangzhou Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Shanghai — and maybe even more of China if you have time.
Most passengers choose to fly with China Eastern on this route.
China Eastern is the most punctual carrier operating HGH to PVG flights. A dependable 86.67% of its departures on this route land on time.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Hangzhou Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Stopovers between HGH and PVG include:
Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport
Qingdao Airport
Jieyang Chaoshan Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Hangzhou Airport (HGH) to Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG)
$72 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Hangzhou Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport flight. Return flights start at $140. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from HGH to PVG. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price in every month when searching for a flight from Hangzhou Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from HGH to PVG.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Hangzhou Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport.
Handy information about Hangzhou Airport (HGH)
You'll find HGH at 14th Rd.
79% of flights taking off from Hangzhou Airport land at their destination on time.
To reach Hangzhou Airport from central Hangzhou, it takes about 35 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of around 50 minutes on public transport.
Have an early flight from Hangzhou Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near HGH:
Arriving at Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG)
Consider staying in a hotel close to PVG if you're catching a late Hangzhou Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Start your adventure the moment you land with a Shanghai Pudong Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Hertz to explore parts of Shanghai that don't always get the spotlight.
Book your ride from Shanghai Pudong Airport several weeks ahead to secure the best deal. If you're travelling during a busy period, it's wise to book even earlier.
Getting from Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG) to central Shanghai
The address for PVG is No.300 Qihang Road.
From Shanghai Pudong Airport, Shanghai is approximately 48 kilometres away. It takes around 1 hour 5 minutes to reach the centre by car.
Getting there on public transport takes around 50 minutes.
When to fly to Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG)
The quietest month for a flight from Hangzhou Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport is March, while April is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Shanghai based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in your flight from Hangzhou Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport for August if you want to go to Shanghai during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from HGH to PVG in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) on average.
Explore more of China
You've done Shanghai, now it's time to explore more of China. Journey about 274 kilometres west to Nanjing to check off its top attractions. From Nanjing City Wall to Zijin Tower and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 80 kilometres west of Shanghai, Suzhou is another essential stop in China. Start your sightseeing at Humble Administrator's Garden, Lingering Garden and Pingjiang Road.
