Flying from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD) to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA): what you need to know
Shanghai's timezone is UTC+8, making Shanghai two hours 30 minutes ahead of Hyderabad.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your HYD to SHA flight.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD) to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Right now, R 3,540 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Rajiv Gandhi International Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 8,712. Remember that fares may change due to availability when booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from HYD to SHA, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
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Handy information about Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
73.37% of flights taking off from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport is around 32 kilometres from central Hyderabad. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 50 minutes on public transport.
Catching an early flight from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to HYD:
Arriving at Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
If you're getting in on a late Rajiv Gandhi International Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near SHA:
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Book your vehicle from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport a few weeks ahead to get the best possible rate. If you're planning to travel during a busy period, it's a smart idea to book even earlier.
Getting from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) to central Shanghai
The address for SHA is 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
From Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport, Shanghai is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When to fly to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport. April is the most popular month to head to Shanghai. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Shanghai is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Book your flights from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from HYD to SHA in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) on average.
Explore more of China
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