Travelling from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Shanghai: what you need to know
Dublin Airport is located in Dublin. Based in the UTC+8 timezone, Shanghai is 8 hours ahead of Dublin.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your flight from DUB to Shanghai. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling over a peak time like August? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight from DUB to Shanghai that includes a stopover. To see the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
Manchester Airport (MAN)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
To travel to China for tourism purposes, you'll need a visa if you hold a passport from Ireland. However, visa rules can change and you may need additional documents depending on the length and purpose of your visit. Always check the most recent guidelines before booking your cheap ticket from Dublin Airport to Shanghai.
DUB is around 21 kilometres from central Dublin. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 29 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 2 hours and 9 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Dublin Airport to Shanghai? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near DUB:
How to find the cheapest flights from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Shanghai
285 € is the best price for a one-way ticket from Dublin Airport to Shanghai. Return flights start from 483 €. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
To find cheap tickets from DUB to Shanghai, book early. Airlines tend to offer their best fares when flights are first released.
Finding cheap tickets from Dublin Airport to Shanghai is easier if you can be flexible with your dates. Check out the 'Whole month' search tool to show the lowest fares throughout the month and bag a great deal.
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Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) is around 56 kilometres from central Shanghai. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 49 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Dublin Airport to Shanghai. Check in to one of these accommodation options near PVG instead:
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) is roughly 14 kilometres from the centre of Shanghai. After your flight from Dublin Airport to Shanghai, it'll take you around 21 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
There are some great places to call home for the night near SHA. Kick back and get cosy after your flight from DUB to Shanghai at one of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Shanghai
July is the busiest month to catch a flight from Dublin Airport to Shanghai while April is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit Shanghai, consider whether you like a lively atmosphere or a quieter vibe.
Before you book a flight from Dublin Airport to Shanghai, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Shanghai, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC to 34ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -1ºC and 10ºC. Search for cheap flights from DUB to Shanghai around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Shanghai
After locking in your flight from Dublin Airport to Shanghai, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Shanghai:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. The Bund Sightseeing Avenue, Yu Garden and Shanghai Tower are popular attractions which should be on any well-planned Shanghai itinerary.
Complete your Shanghai trip with a car rental
We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Dublin Airport to Shanghai to track down incredible deals on car rentals. Search for your ride in seconds and compare offers in one place. Plus you'll find everything you need to know about car rentals in Shanghai, from the most popular rental company to the best time to book.