Flying from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA) to Changsha Airport (CSX): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to Changsha Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours.
Changsha's timezone is UTC+8, which is the same as Shanghai.
There are 67 Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to Changsha Airport flights every week.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport on time to board your SHA to CSX flight.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
There are plenty of direct flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to Changsha Airport to choose from. When organising your Changsha trip, these carriers can fly you nonstop to this exciting part of China:
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is China Eastern.
With a dependable 91.38% of services arriving as planned, China Eastern is the most punctual carrier for SHA to CSX flights.
If you want to break up your flight, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to Changsha Airport. These are the top stopovers between SHA and CSX:
Guangzhou Airport
Xiamen Airport
Jinan Yaoqiang Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA) to Changsha Airport (CSX)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to Changsha Airport flight is R 1,114. A return plane ticket right now is R 2,315. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SHA to CSX if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to Changsha Airport throughout the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to Changsha Airport.
Handy information about Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA)
The address for SHA is 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
Shanghai Hongqiao Airport scores top marks for on-time performance. 85% of flights that take off from SHA reach their destination without delay.
Shanghai Hongqiao Airport is around 14 kilometres from central Shanghai. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport will take about 40 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to SHA? If you're catching an early flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to Changsha Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Changsha Airport (CSX)
If you're arriving on a late Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to Changsha Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near CSX:
Travel where the road takes you with a Changsha Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Hertz to explore beyond Changsha's usual tourist stops.
To get the lowest possible price, book your vehicle from Changsha Airport at least a couple of weeks ahead. Prices typically go up closer to the day of travel.
When to fly to Changsha Airport (CSX)
August is the busiest month for flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to Changsha Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Changsha in March.
Before locking in your flight from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport to Changsha Airport, consider the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Changsha, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SHA to CSX in January. Temperatures average between 0ºC (32ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF) then.
Explore more of China
Changsha is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of China waiting to be explored. Around 290 kilometres north-east of Changsha, a visit to Wuhan will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Wuhan Yangtze River Bridge, East Lake Cherry Blossom Garden and Yellow Crane Tower.
If you're eager to discover another major stop in China, head for Nanchang, roughly 290 kilometres east of Changsha. Yuyuan Garden, Nanchang Star Amusement Park and Nanchang Bridge are among its highlights.
