Flying from Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) to Shanghai: what you need to know
Shanghai is 13 hours ahead of Jacksonville, where Jacksonville International Airport is located. Shanghai follows the UTC+8 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to make your JAX to Shanghai flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying over a peak time such as May? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling and maybe even explore another city. When browsing for plane tickets from JAX to Shanghai, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
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Travelling from central Jacksonville to JAX takes around 1 hour 15 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Have an early flight from Jacksonville International Airport to Shanghai? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near JAX:
Jacksonville International Airport gets high marks for its on-time performance. 81% of flights that depart JAX arrive at their destination without delay.
You'll find JAX at 2400 Yankee Clipper Drive.
How to find the cheapest flights from Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) to Shanghai
R 9,437 is currently the best price for a one-way Jacksonville International Airport to Shanghai flight. Return plane tickets start from R 18,841. These fares can change depending on availability.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to land cheap flights from JAX to Shanghai if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Jacksonville International Airport to Shanghai throughout the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
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Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) is around 48 kilometres from the centre of Shanghai. If you're grabbing a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
It'll take around 50 minutes if you're using public transport.
Consider staying in a hotel near PVG if you're coming in on a late flight from Jacksonville International Airport to Shanghai. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Increase your chances of snagging the lowest price by booking early. Reserving your ride from Shanghai Pudong International Airport at least a few weeks before your flight from JAX to Shanghai is a good idea.
PVG is located at No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
The centre of Shanghai is located around 14 kilometres from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA). Once your flight from Jacksonville International Airport to Shanghai has touched down and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 30 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take about 40 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to SHA. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your JAX to Shanghai flight:
Save time at the rental desk by having everything prearranged. Reserve your ride from SHA ahead of time so you can simply grab the keys and get going.
The address for Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
Best time to go to Shanghai
February is the most popular month for flights from Jacksonville International Airport to Shanghai. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Shanghai in December.
The warmest month in Shanghai is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Lock in your Jacksonville International Airport to Shanghai plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
January sees average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from JAX to Shanghai around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Shanghai
Start your Shanghai trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Jacksonville International Airport to Shanghai, explore our range of hotels including:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Shanghai Tower, Shanghai Museum and The Bund Sightseeing Avenue are essential stops on your Shanghai itinerary.
Explore more of China
Nanjing is just one of the many places in China waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Shanghai. Around 274 kilometres away to the west, check out popular attractions including Nanjing City Wall, Zijin Tower and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall.
Around 241 kilometres southwest of Shanghai, Puyang is another favourite stop in China. Start your sightseeing at Xuanlushan Scenic Area, Xianhua Mountain and Minsheng Flower Sea.
