Travelling from Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS) to Shanghai: what you need to know
Around 6 hours 30 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Ngurah Rai International Airport to Shanghai.
Denpasar (the location of Ngurah Rai International Airport) and Shanghai follow the same timezone — UTC+8.
With 14 weekly flights between the two airports, Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) is the most popular route. China Eastern Airlines operates the earliest flight at 01:30. If you're eager to make the most of your day before leaving, the latest departure from DPS to PVG is with Juneyao Airlines at 17:30.
To avoid missing your DPS to Shanghai flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
If you're jetting off during a major holiday or another peak period, allow extra time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
You can book a direct Ngurah Rai International Airport to Shanghai ticket. Begin your journey at DPS and touch down at Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG).
Get on board with Juneyao Airlines. This well-known airline offers direct flights from Ngurah Rai International Airport to Shanghai.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight ticket from DPS to Shanghai. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Give yourself a breather (and maybe even a better deal) by stopping at one of these connection hubs:
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
The journey from central Denpasar to DPS takes about 50 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 10 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a hotel close to DPS? If you're boarding an early flight from Ngurah Rai International Airport to Shanghai, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Of the flights that depart from Ngurah Rai International Airport, 66.23% land on schedule at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS) to Shanghai
R 2,279 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Ngurah Rai International Airport to Shanghai flight. A return flight ticket right now is R 4,679. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
To snag cheap flights from DPS to Shanghai, reserve your trip six months before your planned departure.
October is the best month for picking up an amazing deal on Ngurah Rai International Airport to Shanghai tickets. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
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Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to the centre of Shanghai takes around 50 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 56 kilometres away.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Ngurah Rai International Airport to Shanghai, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near PVG:
Enjoy the freedom to roam with a Shanghai Pudong International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Hertz to explore parts of Shanghai that most tourists miss.
Boost your chances of securing the best rate by booking early. Reserving your vehicle from Shanghai Pudong International Airport at least a few weeks before your flight from DPS to Shanghai is a good move.
PVG is located at No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Once your flight from Ngurah Rai International Airport to Shanghai has landed, you can get to the city centre in about 20 minutes by car. Central Shanghai is roughly 14 kilometres from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA).
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near SHA. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your DPS to Shanghai flight:
Why follow someone else's schedule? Pick up a Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport rental car and set your own course. Reserve your wheels here with Hertz.
Get your ideal vehicle, not just what's left, by reserving your ride from SHA ahead of your arrival. You'll also avoid last-minute price surges, especially when the airport is busy.
The address for Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
Best time to go to Shanghai
Before securing your flights from Ngurah Rai International Airport to Shanghai, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Shanghai offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of activities, while the off-season means you'll get better deals on hotels and fewer crowds.
Before locking in your Ngurah Rai International Airport to Shanghai flight ticket, think about the kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Shanghai, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from DPS to Shanghai in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) on average.
More about Shanghai
After booking your flight from Ngurah Rai International Airport to Shanghai, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Shanghai:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Yu Garden, The Bund Sightseeing Avenue and Shanghai Tower are leading attractions which should be on any well-planned Shanghai itinerary.
Explore more of China
Shanghai has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of China you'll want to see. Around 274 kilometres west of Shanghai, a trip to Nanjing will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Nanjing City Wall, Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall and Xuanwu Lake.
Puyang is another sought-after destination in China and is around 241 kilometres south-west of Shanghai. No journey is complete without experiencing Denggao Lansheng Building, Baozhang Yougu Scenic Area and 元宝山探险乐园.