Flying from Shanghai to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK): What you need to know
Planning your holiday begins with figuring out where you'll fly out of in Shanghai. Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) is the city's main base, so check out your options for reserving a flight from Shanghai to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK) taking off from here.
4 hours 45 minutes is the average journey time for a direct Shanghai to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport flight.
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport is located in Bangkok. The city operates on the UTC+7 timezone and is one hour behind Shanghai.
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK) is the most popular route. You can pick from 103 direct weekly services between PVG and BKK.
Give yourself enough time to catch your flight from Shanghai to BKK. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as February, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Shanghai to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK) can be booked from this terminal.
A good selection of airlines at PVG operate direct flights from Shanghai to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport. The most popular include:
The top choice among passengers flying between PVG and BKK is Shanghai Airlines.
Spring Airlines is the most punctual carrier. A reliable 98.08% of its departures on this route arrive as scheduled.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling and perhaps even tour another city. When browsing cheap flights from Shanghai to BKK leaving from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Quanzhou Jinjiang International Airport (JJN)
PVG is about 48 kilometres from central Shanghai. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 50 minutes.
Searching for a comfortable hotel close to Shanghai Pudong International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Shanghai to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport gets top marks for its on-time performance. 82% of flights that take off from PVG reach their destination on time.
You'll find PVG at No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Split up your flight from Shanghai to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or cross a new place off your list. Some popular stopovers between Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport and BKK include:
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)
Quanzhou Jinjiang International Airport (JJN)
SHA is around 14 kilometres from central Shanghai. It'll take you 30 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Shanghai to BKK flight? Check in to a hotel near Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport before your break officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport has a reputation for reliability and timeliness. 85% of flights leaving here arrive right when they're supposed to.
You'll find SHA at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
About Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK)
Have a late flight from Shanghai to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport? Don't let it rob you of real rest. Stay at one of these hotels near BKK and turn out the lights sooner:
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle around four weeks before your Shanghai to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport flight.
Getting from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK) to central Bangkok
From Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport, central Bangkok is around 31 kilometres away. It takes about 35 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Shanghai to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport is R 1,270. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 2,961. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Shanghai to BKK if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Shanghai to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport tickets throughout the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know when a lower fare pops up on plane tickets from Shanghai to BKK.
Tailor your travel plans using filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Shanghai to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport.
The best time to fly from Shanghai to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK)
February is the most popular month for flights from Shanghai to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK). Visit Bangkok in May if you'd rather avoid peak season.
Before locking in your Shanghai to BKK plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. April is the warmest month in Bangkok, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Shanghai to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport in January when temperatures are between 19ºC (66ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF).
More about Bangkok
Start your Bangkok trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Shanghai to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport, browse our range of hotels including:
Your Bangkok trip should come with a side of sightseeing. Top attractions that are worth your time include Grand Palace, Wat Phra Kaew and Songkran Festival Silom.
Explore more of Thailand
You've visited Bangkok, now it's time to discover more of Thailand. Travel about 209 kilometres northeast to Nakhon Ratchasima to check off its popular sights. From Night Safari Korat to Wat Chai Mongkol and Wat Na Pha That, your itinerary will be busy.
Rayong is another sought-after destination in Thailand and is around 129 kilometres southeast of Bangkok. No journey is complete without dropping by Saeng Chan Beach, Mae Rumphueng Beach and Mae Ramphueng Beach.










