Flying from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Pune Airport (PNQ): what you need to know
Pune is two hours 30 minutes behind Shanghai and observes the UTC+5:30 timezone.
To ensure you catch your PVG to PNQ flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a peak month like April? Major public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
If you'd like to visit a new city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Pune Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Changi International Airport is a popular stop between PVG and PNQ.
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Pune Airport (PNQ)
Currently, $356 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Pune Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $807. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from PVG to PNQ if you book early. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird discounts.
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Handy information about Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
PVG is located at No.300 Qihang Road.
Of the flights that depart from Shanghai Pudong International Airport, 78.11% land on time at their destination.
Shanghai Pudong International Airport is around 56 kilometres from central Shanghai. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 50 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Searching for a handy hotel near PVG? If you're boarding an early flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Pune Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Pune Airport (PNQ)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Pune Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near PNQ instead:
Travel farther out of Pune and head to places that many travellers miss with your own set of wheels. You can pick up a Pune Airport rental car from popular outlets like Europcar or Avis.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Pune Airport around one week before your trip.
Getting from Pune Airport (PNQ) to central Pune
Pune Airport is roughly 11 kilometres from central Pune. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
It takes around 50 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Pune Airport (PNQ)
The quietest month for a flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Pune Airport is April, while April is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Pune based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book your flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Pune Airport for April if you'd like to explore Pune during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 40ºC (104ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Search for cheap tickets from PVG to PNQ sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of India
Pune is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of India just waiting to be discovered. Around 121 kilometres north-west of Pune, a trip to Mumbai will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like Gateway of India, Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus and Marine Drive.
Around 322 kilometres north of Pune, Surat is another favourite stop in India. Experience major highlights starting with Jagdishchandra Bose Aquarium, Dutch Gardens and Surat Castle.