Flying from Shanghai to Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ): What you need to know
The timezone in Aberdeen is UTC+0, which is eight hours behind Shanghai. Aberdeen International Airport is located in Aberdeen.
Leave plenty of time to catch your flight from Shanghai to ABZ. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like February and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling and perhaps even explore a different city. When searching for cheap flights from Shanghai to ABZ leaving from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to discover where you can stop along the way. Your journey might pause in:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Manchester Airport (MAN)
The journey from central Shanghai to PVG takes about 50 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 1 hour 5 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want an easy start to your trip? Stay near Shanghai Pudong International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Shanghai to Aberdeen International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
78% of flights that leave from Shanghai Pudong International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
PVG is located at No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
SHA is about 14 kilometres from central Shanghai. It takes 30 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 40 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before your Shanghai to ABZ flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport:
Flights from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport have a strong track record for punctuality, with 86% of them touching down within the expected time frame.
You'll find SHA at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
About Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ)
Consider booking a hotel close to ABZ if you're catching a late flight from Shanghai to Aberdeen International Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and say goodnight sooner:
Grab a Aberdeen International Airport rental car and explore Aberdeen and beyond with your own wheels. Drivalia, Alamo and Budget are top providers to choose from here.
Get the best deal by booking your ride around two weeks ahead of your Shanghai to Aberdeen International Airport flight.
Getting from Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ) to central Aberdeen
Central Aberdeen is around 13 kilometres from Aberdeen International Airport and takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for heading into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
It takes around 40 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ)
Currently, R 7,947 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Shanghai to Aberdeen International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 17,918. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Shanghai to ABZ if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
If you have some flexibility with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price in every month when searching for your Shanghai to Aberdeen International Airport ticket.
Snapping up a cheap plane ticket from Shanghai to ABZ is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when there's a price drop.
Save on your flight from Shanghai to Aberdeen International Airport by using the search filters. Choose your preferred duration, departure time and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Shanghai to Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ)
It's time to figure out when to book your flight from Shanghai to Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ). October is when most people visit Aberdeen. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, think about going in September.
Before locking in your Shanghai to ABZ plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Aberdeen, with temperatures ranging from 9ºC (48ºF) to 18ºC (64ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Shanghai to Aberdeen International Airport in January when temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF).
More about Aberdeen
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Aberdeen right here. Browse these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Shanghai to Aberdeen International Airport:
St. Andrew's Cathedral and Aberdeen beach front are a couple of top-rated attractions to add to your Aberdeen itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Old Aberdeen.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Aberdeen is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of the United Kingdom waiting to be explored. Around 193 kilometres southwest of Aberdeen, a trip to Glasgow will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like West End, Glasgow Cathedral and King's Theatre.
Around 153 kilometres southwest of Aberdeen, Edinburgh is another essential stop in the United Kingdom. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Royal Mile, Edinburgh Castle and Castle Rock.
