Flying from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from King Khaled International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport is 9 hours 30 minutes. Shanghai's timezone is UTC+8, making Shanghai 5 hours ahead of Riyadh.
Each week, there are 3 flights from King Khaled International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport. If you'd like to be on board early, pick the 12:20 China Eastern Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the last departure from RUH to PVG is 20:50 with China Eastern Airlines.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Visiting Shanghai (and discovering more of China!) is simple with China Eastern Airlines. This popular carrier runs direct flights from King Khaled International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport.
If you'd like to have a stopover for your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' and check out your options. Here are the top stopovers between RUH and PVG:
Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport
Dubai Airport
Remember, you may need a visa to enter China. Visa requirements vary and travel documentation requirements often change. Before locking in your cheap ticket from RUH to PVG, check with your carrier and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the latest information.
How to find the cheapest flights from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from King Khaled International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport is $401. The cheapest price for a return flight is $594. Remember that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book 9 months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap flight tickets from RUH to PVG.
The cheapest month for tickets from King Khaled International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Handy information about King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
To reach King Khaled International Airport from central Riyadh, it takes about 33 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Need a convenient hotel near RUH? If you're boarding an early flight from King Khaled International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Consider booking a hotel near PVG if you're on a late flight from King Khaled International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to central Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport to central Shanghai takes around 49 minutes in a car. It's approximately 56 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
When to fly to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
July is the busiest month for flights from King Khaled International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Shanghai in April.
Before locking in your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Shanghai, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC to 34ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from RUH to PVG in January. Temperatures average between -1ºC and 10ºC then.
More about Shanghai
Start your Shanghai trip right by finding a great stay. Once you've booked your flight from RUH to PVG, browse our accommodation options including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. The Bund Sightseeing Avenue, Yu Garden and Shanghai Tower are top sights which should feature on any good Shanghai itinerary.
There's more than one way to get to and from Shanghai. Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) is another choice. Look into the flight deals and timetables available from this international airport.
Complete your Shanghai trip with hotels and a car rental
After you've secured your cheap ticket to Shanghai Pudong International Airport, check out our low prices and exclusive offers on hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one place to find the best car rental price for your Shanghai holiday.