Travelling from Belfast to Shanghai: what you need to know
Belfast has a couple of airports where you can kick off your trip. Explore your options for booking a flight from Belfast to Shanghai leaving from Belfast International Airport (BFS) or George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD).
Hop off your plane in Shanghai at Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) or Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA).
The timezone in Shanghai is UTC+8, which is eight hours ahead of Belfast.
For a stress-free start to your trip, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably board your Belfast to Shanghai flight.
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Belfast to Shanghai
Booking ahead of time is often the key to securing a cheap Belfast to Shanghai flight. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price in each month when looking for your plane ticket from Belfast to Shanghai.
There's no need to search every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you when there's a better deal on cheap flights from Belfast to Shanghai.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your Belfast to Shanghai flight results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest.'
Flying from Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
We make it simple to find a Belfast to Shanghai flight with a stopover. To see all the options leaving from Belfast International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Located around 19 kilometres from the centre of Belfast, BFS can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 2 hours.
Searching for a handy hotel close to Belfast International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Belfast to Shanghai, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Belfast International Airport, 67.55% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
Split up your Belfast to Shanghai flight with a stop so you can recharge or tick another place off your list. Top stopovers between George Best Belfast City Airport and Shanghai are:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Manchester Airport (MAN)
BHD is about 5 kilometres from central Belfast. It'll take you 10 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 20 minutes.
You're off on holiday, so why not enjoy an additional night away? Think about kicking back in one of these hotels near George Best Belfast City Airport the day before your flight from Belfast to Shanghai:
George Best Belfast City Airport has an on-time performance rate of 68.3%. This figure reflects how often flights departing from this airport land on schedule.
Arriving in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
The distance from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to central Shanghai is approximately 32 kilometres. It'll take you about 50 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Book a hotel near PVG if you have a late flight from Belfast to Shanghai. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Venture beyond Shanghai and check out places that don't make every travel guide with your own set of wheels. You can pick up a Shanghai Pudong International Airport rental car from Hertz.
Improve your chances of scoring the lowest price by booking early. Reserving your vehicle from Shanghai Pudong International Airport at least a couple of weeks ahead is a smart idea.
The street address for PVG is No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
The centre of Shanghai is approximately 13 kilometres from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA). As soon as your flight from Belfast to Shanghai has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of around 20 minutes.
There are some comfortable places to lay your head close to SHA. Unwind after your Belfast 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 set your own course. Book your wheels here with Hertz.
Save time at the rental desk by having everything prearranged. Secure your ride from SHA in advance so you can just get the keys and go.
The address for Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
Best time to go to Shanghai
April is the quietest month for flights from Belfast to Shanghai, while April is the busiest. Figure out the best time to go to Shanghai based on whether you prefer a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Shanghai is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Book your Belfast to Shanghai ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap flights from Belfast to Shanghai in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) on average.
More about Shanghai
Start your Shanghai trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Belfast to Shanghai, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. The Bund Sightseeing Avenue, Yu Garden and Shanghai Tower are essential stops on your Shanghai itinerary.
Explore more of China
You've visited Shanghai, now it's time to discover other corners of China. Travel about 274 kilometres west to Nanjing to tick off its leading sights. From Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum to Nanjing City Wall and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Suzhou is another must-experience destination in China and is around 80 kilometres west of Shanghai. No journey is complete without a visit to Lotus Peak, Tianpingshan and Shangfang Tower.