Travelling from Denver to Shanghai: what you need to know
Denver's main base, Denver International Airport (DEN), is where countless awesome holidays begin. Explore your departure options from here for your flight from Denver to Shanghai.
Arrive in Shanghai at Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) or Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA).
Shanghai's timezone is UTC+8, which makes Shanghai 14 hours ahead of Denver.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your Denver to Shanghai flight.
Going away during a peak month like July? Popular periods (like Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year) can easily add an hour at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Denver to Shanghai
To find cheap Denver to Shanghai flights, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets are first released.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when looking for your plane ticket from Denver to Shanghai.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from Denver to Shanghai by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' Denver to Shanghai flights.
Flying from Denver
Denver International Airport (DEN)
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper Denver to Shanghai flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Denver International Airport. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
The journey from central Denver to DEN takes around 1 hour 30 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 31 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Spending the night in a hotel can take the hassle out of arriving at the airport on time. If you're looking for a place to stay before your flight from Denver to Shanghai, check out Baymont by Wyndham Denver International Airport. It's a short drive from Denver International Airport.
Denver International Airport has an excellent on-time performance, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from DEN touch down on schedule 80.23% of the time.
DEN is located at 8500 Pena Boulevard.
Arriving in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to central Shanghai takes around 50 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 32 kilometres away.
Consider booking a hotel near PVG if you're coming in on a late flight from Denver to Shanghai. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Venture beyond Shanghai and check out places that usually fly under the radar with your own set of wheels. You can pick up a Shanghai Pudong International Airport rental car from Hertz.
Book your ride from Shanghai Pudong International Airport several weeks ahead to get the best possible rate. If you're going away during a busy period, it's wise to book your Denver to Shanghai flight even earlier.
You'll find PVG at No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
After your flight from Denver to Shanghai has touched down, you can get to the city centre in around 20 minutes by car. Central Shanghai is approximately 13 kilometres from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA).
After your flight from Denver to Shanghai, rest your head at a hotel near SHA. These are some comfortable options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Crank up the music and hit the road in a Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Hertz and begin discovering new places right away.
Generally, the earlier you book, the better the prices and vehicle selection. Secure your ride from SHA as soon as your plans are confirmed.
You'll find Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
Best time to go to Shanghai
It's time to figure out your trip dates for your flight from Denver to Shanghai. April is the most popular month to travel to Shanghai. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in April.
Before locking in your Denver to Shanghai tickets, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Shanghai, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Search for cheap flights from Denver to Shanghai around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Shanghai
Start your Shanghai trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Denver to Shanghai, check out our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. The Bund Sightseeing Avenue, Yu Garden and Shanghai Tower are highlights which should feature on any good Shanghai itinerary.
Explore more of China
Shanghai is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of China just waiting to be explored. Around 274 kilometres west of Shanghai, a trip to Nanjing will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum, Nanjing City Wall and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall.
Around 80 kilometres west of Shanghai, Suzhou is another favourite stop in China. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Lotus Peak, Tianpingshan and Shangfang Tower.
