Flying from Shanghai to Newcastle International Airport (NCL): What you need to know
Shanghai is home to a couple of airports where you can set off on your adventure. Explore your options for booking a flight from Shanghai to Newcastle International Airport (NCL) flying out of Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) or Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA).
Newcastle International Airport is located in Newcastle. The city runs on the UTC+0 timezone and is eight hours behind Shanghai.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your flight from Shanghai to NCL. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Delays at check-in and security are likely if you're travelling during high season, so allow some extra wiggle room. The recommendation for peak times? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Shanghai to NCL. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG). Make a stop (and maybe make your fare cheaper) by passing through one of these airports:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
PVG is about 56 kilometres from central Shanghai. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Want a leisurely start to your travels? Stay near Shanghai Pudong International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Shanghai to Newcastle International Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels offer the perfect solution:
Of all flights departing from Shanghai Pudong International Airport, 78.11% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
You'll find PVG at No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
The drive from central Shanghai to SHA generally takes 20 minutes, depending on traffic. The distance from the city centre to the airport is around 14 kilometres.
Start your holiday sooner with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Shanghai to NCL flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport:
Flights from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport have a proven record for punctuality, with 85.58% of them landing right on cue.
SHA is located at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
About Newcastle International Airport (NCL)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Shanghai to Newcastle International Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near NCL instead:
Grab a Newcastle International Airport rental car and discover Newcastle and beyond with your own wheels. Green Motion, Alamo and Europcar are top outlets you can book with here.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride around one week in advance of your Shanghai to Newcastle International Airport flight.
Getting from Newcastle International Airport (NCL) to central Newcastle
The centre of Newcastle is around 8 kilometres from Newcastle International Airport. Journey times by car hire or cab will vary depending on traffic conditions, so do some research before you go.
It takes roughly 30 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Newcastle International Airport (NCL)
Right now, R 7,474 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Shanghai to Newcastle International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 14,017. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Shanghai to NCL if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price in each month when searching for your Shanghai to Newcastle International Airport ticket.
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Tailor your travel plans using filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Shanghai to Newcastle International Airport.
The best time to fly from Shanghai to Newcastle International Airport (NCL)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Shanghai to Newcastle International Airport (NCL). June is when most people travel to Newcastle. If crowds aren't your thing, head there in February.
Before locking in your Shanghai to NCL plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Newcastle, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC (50ºF) to 21ºC (70ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Shanghai to Newcastle International Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF).
More about Newcastle
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Newcastle right here. Browse these options after locking in your flight from Shanghai to Newcastle International Airport:
There are loads of awesome things to do in Newcastle when you're ready to sightsee. Start exploring at Hadrian's Wall Path followed by Chinatown and The Tyne Bridge.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Newcastle is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of the United Kingdom you should also see. About 290 kilometres south of Newcastle, a visit to Birmingham will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like The Windsor Castle, Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery and Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre.
If you're eager to discover another side of the United Kingdom, head for Glasgow, roughly 193 kilometres north-west of Newcastle. Hogmanay, Glasgow West End and Glasgow Cathedral are the start of reasons to visit.
