Flying from Bengaluru Airport (BLR) to Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG): what you need to know
Shanghai's timezone is UTC+8, which makes Shanghai two hours 30 minutes ahead of Bengaluru.
Give yourself enough time to make your BLR to PVG flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like November, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
If you want to explore another city along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Bengaluru Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between BLR and PVG:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport
Don Mueang Airport
Handy information about Bengaluru Airport (BLR)
The address for BLR is Kial Road, Devanahalli, Bengaluru, Karnataka 56030.
71% of flights that take off from Bengaluru Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Central Bengaluru to Bengaluru Airport is around 40 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 1 hour 5 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
You can expect a trip time of about 1 hour 20 minutes when using public transport.
Get your trip off to a relaxed start by staying near BLR. Whether you're taking an early flight from Bengaluru Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG)
If you're arriving on a late Bengaluru Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near PVG:
Set your own pace 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 a few weeks before your departure to get the lowest price possible. If you're travelling during peak season, it's smart to book even earlier.
When to fly to Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG)
April is the most popular month for flights from Bengaluru Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Shanghai in March.
The warmest month in Shanghai is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Book your flights from Bengaluru Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from BLR to PVG in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) on average.
Explore more of China
You've visited Shanghai, now it's time to discover other corners of China. Journey around 274 kilometres west to Nanjing to tick 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 favourite stop in China. No visit is complete without checking out Humble Administrator's Garden, Lingering Garden and Pingjiang Road.