Travelling from Copenhagen Airport (CPH) to Shanghai: what you need to know
Approximately 13 hours 55 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Copenhagen Airport to Shanghai.
The timezone in Shanghai is UTC+8. The city is 7 hours ahead of Copenhagen, where Copenhagen Airport is located.
Copenhagen Airport (CPH) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) is the most traveled route, with 5 weekly departures to pick from. If you prefer a later start to the day, the last flight from CPH to PVG is with Scandinavian Airlines at 23:30. Go for the first departure operated by Scandinavian Airlines at 19:00 if you want to get going early.
To ensure you get on your flight from CPH to Shanghai, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying during a peak time such as June? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Nonstop flights from Copenhagen Airport (CPH) to Shanghai are available for booking. Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) is where you'll be landing.
Scandinavian Airlines is a well-known carrier that operates direct flights from Copenhagen Airport to Shanghai.
Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from CPH to Shanghai. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for the departures. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:
Manchester Airport (MAN)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
If you have a passport from Denmark, you'll need a visa to visit China. This applies if you're booking a cheap ticket from Copenhagen Airport to Shanghai for tourism purposes. The rules may be different if you're travelling for work or other reasons. Always check the visa rules before you book and definitely before flying.
Located around 11 kilometres from central Copenhagen, CPH can be reached in approximately 18 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey on public transport will take roughly 34 minutes.
In search of a handy hotel near CPH? If you're catching an early flight from Copenhagen Airport to Shanghai, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
How to find the cheapest flights from Copenhagen Airport (CPH) to Shanghai
247 € is the best price for a one-way ticket from Copenhagen Airport to Shanghai. A return flight starts from 513 €. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
To snag cheap tickets from CPH to Shanghai, book your journey 10 months before your departure.
The cheapest month for tickets from Copenhagen Airport to Shanghai is June. Compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest travel date.
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Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to the centre of Shanghai takes about 49 minutes by car. It's approximately 56 kilometres away.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Copenhagen Airport to Shanghai. Reserve one of these accommodation options near PVG instead:
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) is about 14 kilometres from the centre of Shanghai. Once you've disembarked your flight from Copenhagen Airport to Shanghai, it'll take you around 21 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to SHA. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from CPH to Shanghai:
Best time to go to Shanghai
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Copenhagen Airport to Shanghai. July is the busiest month to visit Shanghai. If you like a more peaceful vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Copenhagen Airport to Shanghai for August to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 23ºC to 34ºC.
Look for cheap flights from CPH to Shanghai in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC and 10ºC on average.
More about Shanghai
After locking in your flight from Copenhagen Airport to Shanghai, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Shanghai:
The Bund Sightseeing Avenue and Yu Garden are a couple of major attractions to add to your Shanghai itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Shanghai Tower.
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