Flying from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 45 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport.
Shanghai and Shenzhen are both in the UTC+8 timezone. This means you won't need to account for any time differences.
Flights from PVG to SZX start at 06:40 — the first with Hainan Airlines. The last service of the day is at 22:25 with Donghai Airlines. Overall, you can take your pick of 187 weekly Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport flights.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your PVG to SZX flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Flying during a peak time like April? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
There are plenty of direct flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport, so getting to Shenzhen (and then seeing more of China!) is easy. Top carriers that fly nonstop include:
Air China has the highest passenger demand on this route.
With an impressive 89.58% of services arriving as planned, Suparna Airlines has the best on-time record for PVG to SZX flights.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport. These are the top stopovers between PVG and SZX:
Nanchang Changbei International Airport
Wenzhou Longwan International Airport
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport flight is R 956. A return ticket is currently R 2,131. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap tickets from PVG to SZX, reserve your journey six months before your planned departure.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
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Lock in the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
You'll find PVG at No.300 Qihang Road.
Of all flights leaving Shanghai Pudong International Airport, 78.11% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To reach Shanghai Pudong International Airport from central Shanghai, it takes around 50 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 56 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near PVG. Whether you've booked an early flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)
If you're getting in on a late Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near SZX:
Pick up a Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport rental car and discover parts of Shenzhen that most visitors tend to miss. Find your perfect set of wheels with Hertz.
To get the lowest possible price, book your vehicle from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport a few weeks in advance. Rates generally rise as your departure date approaches.
Getting from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) to central Shenzhen
You'll find SZX at Airport 9th Rd.
From Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport, Shenzhen is approximately 40 kilometres away. It takes around 40 minutes to drive to the centre.
When to fly to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)
The quietest month for a flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Shenzhen based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Book your flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport for August if you'd like to visit Shenzhen during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from PVG to SZX in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF) on average.
Explore more of China
Shenzhen is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of China you'll want to see. Around 105 kilometres north-west of Shenzhen, a trip to Guangzhou will keep you busy. Start with attractions like Canton Tower, Yuexiu Park and Chen Clan Ancestral Hall.
Around 64 kilometres north-west of Shenzhen, Dongguan is another favourite stop in China. Experience major highlights starting with 细村公园, 荔枝公园 and 东城周屋稻田画.
