Travelling from Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG) to Dalian Airport (DLC): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 55 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Dalian Airport.
Shanghai and Dalian are both in the UTC+8 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.
Flights from PVG to DLC start at 06:45 — the earliest with China Southern Airlines. The last departure is at 22:20 with China Southern Airlines. Overall, there are 140 weekly Shanghai Pudong Airport to Dalian Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your PVG to DLC flight.
During popular months such as April, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
There are plenty of direct flights from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Dalian Airport, so getting to Dalian (and then exploring more of China!) is a cinch. Popular airlines that fly nonstop include:
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is China Southern.
China Southern stands out as the most punctual carrier for PVG to DLC flights, with 96.33% of services arriving on schedule.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Dalian Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here are some options between PVG and DLC:
Incheon International Airport
Qingdao Airport
Jeju Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG) to Dalian Airport (DLC)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Shanghai Pudong Airport to Dalian Airport flight is R 758. A round-trip plane ticket is currently R 1,517. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from PVG to DLC if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Dalian Airport. If you prefer to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from PVG to DLC.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Dalian Airport.
Handy information about Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG)
PVG is located at No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Pudong Airport gets high marks for its on-time performance. 82% of flights that take off from PVG reach their destination on time.
Central Shanghai to Shanghai Pudong Airport is around 48 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 1 hour 5 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
The trip on public transport will take about 50 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Dalian Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near PVG:
Arriving at Dalian Airport (DLC)
Consider booking a hotel near DLC if you have a late Shanghai Pudong Airport to Dalian Airport flight. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
When to fly to Dalian Airport (DLC)
May is the most popular month for flights from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Dalian Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Dalian in March.
The warmest month in Dalian is July, with the temperature ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Lock in your flights from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Dalian Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from PVG to DLC in January. Temperatures average between -12ºC (10ºF) and 0ºC (32ºF) then.
Explore more of China
Dalian has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of China waiting to be explored. About 467 kilometres west of Dalian, a trip to Beijing will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven and Tiananmen Square.
Tianjin is another must-experience destination in China and is around 386 kilometres west of Dalian. No journey is complete without experiencing Haihe River, China Ancient Castle and Tianjin World Financial Centre.
