Travelling from Gimpo International Airport (GMP) to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Gimpo International Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 5 minutes.
The timezone in Shanghai is UTC+8, which is one hour behind Seoul.
Choose from 43 weekly Gimpo International Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport flights. The 12:00 departure with China Eastern Airlines is the earliest you can take. Shanghai Airlines operates the last service of the day at 20:50.
Leave plenty of time to catch your GMP to SHA flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
You'll find a variety of airlines offering direct flights from Gimpo International Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport. When you're ready to kick off your Shanghai holiday, let one of these carriers take you to this popular corner of China:
The majority of passengers choose to travel with Shanghai Airlines on this route.
With a reliable 88.52% of services arriving as scheduled, Asiana Airlines has the best on-time record for GMP to SHA flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Gimpo International Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here are some options between GMP and SHA:
Beijing Capital International Airport
Daxing International Airport
Taipei Songshan Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Gimpo International Airport (GMP) to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
R 1,854 is the best price for a one-way Gimpo International Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport flight. Return flights start at R 2,869. These fares can change based on demand and availability.
Score cheap tickets from GMP to SHA by booking five months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
April is the cheapest month for flights from Gimpo International Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport. If you prefer to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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Handy information about Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Gimpo International Airport, data shows 75.94% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
To find the fastest way to travel from central Seoul to Gimpo International Airport, use navigation apps like Google Maps. The airport is around 16 kilometres from the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of around 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport.
Get your travels off to a stress-free start by staying near GMP. Whether you've booked an early flight from Gimpo International Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Reserve a hotel near SHA if you're on a late Gimpo International Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Pick up a Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport rental car and discover parts of Shanghai that most visitors tend to miss. You can book your wheels with Hertz.
Improve your chances of scoring the best deal by booking as soon as possible. Reserving your ride from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport at least a few weeks in advance is a good idea.
Getting from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) to central Shanghai
SHA is located at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is roughly 14 kilometres from the centre of Shanghai. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
When to fly to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Gimpo International Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport. April is the most popular month to head to Shanghai. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
When reserving your flight from Gimpo International Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Shanghai, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from GMP to SHA in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) on average.
Explore more of China
Shanghai is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of China you'll want to see. About 274 kilometres west of Shanghai, a visit to Nanjing will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum, Nanjing City Wall and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall.
Around 80 kilometres west of Shanghai, Suzhou is another essential stop in China. No visit is complete without checking out Lotus Peak, Tianpingshan and Shangfang Tower.