Flying from Shanghai to Siem Reap Angkor Airport (SAI): What you need to know
Siem Reap Angkor Airport is located in Siem Reap. The city follows the UTC+7 timezone and is one hour behind Shanghai.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your flight from Shanghai to SAI. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like February, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Shanghai to SAI. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG). Pause your trip (and maybe pocket some savings) with a stop at one of these popular options:
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK)
Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG)
Hanoi Noi Bai International Airport (HAN)
Located around 48 kilometres from the centre of Shanghai, PVG can be reached in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near Shanghai Pudong International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Shanghai to Siem Reap Angkor Airport, these stays will have you sleeping just around the corner from the terminal:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport has an excellent on-time performance, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from PVG touch down on schedule 82% of the time.
PVG is located at No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Break up your flight from Shanghai to Siem Reap Angkor Airport with a stop at Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG). A major stopover between Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport and SAI, it's a good opportunity to relax before the next leg of your journey.
You can reach SHA from the centre of Shanghai in approximately 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride on public transport takes roughly 40 minutes to cover the 14 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your Shanghai to SAI flight? Relax in a hotel near Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport before your trip officially starts. These stays are calling your name:
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport has a track record for punctuality. 85% of flights leaving here meet their scheduled arrival times without fail.
The address for SHA is 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
About Siem Reap Angkor Airport (SAI)
Consider checking in to Chansor Community Homestay 18 after touching down from your flight from Shanghai to Siem Reap Angkor Airport. It's a quick drive from SAI and a good option if you'd like to relax as soon as possible.
Getting from Siem Reap Angkor Airport (SAI) to central Siem Reap
Siem Reap Angkor Airport is around 40 kilometres from central Siem Reap. How long it takes to get there by car hire or taxi will depend on the time of day. Do a little research beforehand.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Siem Reap Angkor Airport (SAI)
R 2,829 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Shanghai to Siem Reap Angkor Airport. Return flights start at R 5,051. These fares may change depending on availability.
To pick up cheap flights from Shanghai to SAI, book ahead. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when tickets are first released.
Affordable Shanghai to Siem Reap Angkor Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across every month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Shanghai to Siem Reap Angkor Airport (SAI)
Think about your travel style when deciding the best time to fly. September is the quietest month to visit Siem Reap. February is when most people book flights from Shanghai to Siem Reap Angkor Airport (SAI), which may be ideal if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
When booking your Shanghai to SAI plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. March is the warmest month in Siem Reap, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 38ºC (100ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Shanghai to Siem Reap Angkor Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
More about Siem Reap
Start your Siem Reap trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Shanghai to Siem Reap Angkor Airport, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
Your Siem Reap trip should come with a bit of sightseeing. Big-name attractions that are worth your time include Angkor Thom, Bayon Temple and Ta Prohm.
Explore more of Cambodia
Phnom Penh is just one of the many places in Cambodia waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Siem Reap. Around 209 kilometres away to the south, its top attractions include Royal Palace, Genocide museum and Documentation Centre of Cambodia.