Travelling from Shanghai to Phu Quoc International Airport (PQC): What you need to know
There are two main airports where your trip can begin in Shanghai. Explore your options departing from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) or Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) when booking your flight from Shanghai to Phu Quoc International Airport (PQC).
The timezone in Phu Quoc is UTC+7, which is one hour behind Shanghai. Phu Quoc International Airport is located in Phu Quoc.
Your flight from Shanghai to PQC won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Taking off during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
We make it easy to book cheap flights from Shanghai to PQC with a stopover. To explore your options departing from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers between PVG and PQC include:
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
Noi Bai International Airport (HAN)
PVG is about 56 kilometres from central Shanghai. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Have an early flight from Shanghai to Phu Quoc International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near Shanghai Pudong International Airport:
When it comes to Shanghai Pudong International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 78.11% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
You'll find PVG at No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Break up your flight from Shanghai to Phu Quoc International Airport with a stop at Hong Kong International Airport (HKG). One of the main stopovers between Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport and PQC, it's a great opportunity to unwind before the next leg of your journey.
Depending on traffic, you can drive to SHA from the centre of Shanghai in around 20 minutes. The airport is approximately 14 kilometres away.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your Shanghai to PQC 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 85.58% of them touching down as planned.
The street address for SHA is 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
About Phu Quoc International Airport (PQC)
Book a hotel close to PQC if you're catching a late flight from Shanghai to Phu Quoc International Airport. Select one of these options and get some sleep sooner:
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Phu Quoc International Airport (PQC)
R 2,121 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Shanghai to Phu Quoc International Airport. Return flights start at R 4,879. These fares may change based on availability.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Shanghai to PQC. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across the month when searching for your Shanghai to Phu Quoc International Airport ticket.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Shanghai to Phu Quoc International Airport.
The best time to fly from Shanghai to Phu Quoc International Airport (PQC)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from Shanghai to Phu Quoc International Airport (PQC). July is the busiest month to travel to Phu Quoc. If you like your getaways a little more chill, go in April.
Book a Shanghai to PQC plane ticket departing in May if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Phu Quoc to range from 26ºC (79ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Shanghai to Phu Quoc International Airport in January when temperatures are between 23ºC (73ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
More about Phu Quoc
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Phu Quoc right here. Explore these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Shanghai to Phu Quoc International Airport:
Your visit to Phu Quoc wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Highlights that should be on your list include PHU QUOC BEACH TRAVEL, Starfish Beach and Phu Quoc Beach.
Explore more of Vietnam
You've seen Phu Quoc, now it's time to discover more of Vietnam. Travel around 193 kilometres east to Can Tho to check off its leading attractions. From Cai Rang Floating Market to Chợ nổi and Floating market TAN DUONG boat tour, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 290 kilometres east of Phu Quoc, Can Giuoc is another favourite stop in Vietnam. Experience major highlights starting with Chùa Phước Ân, Chùa Pháp Tam and Công Viên Cối Xay Gió The Sol City.