Flying from Dusseldorf to Shanghai: what you need to know
There are two main airports to choose from in Dusseldorf. Explore your options leaving from Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS) or Weeze Airport (NRN) when reserving your flight from Dusseldorf to Shanghai.
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) and Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) are Shanghai's major entry points.
Shanghai is seven hours ahead of Dusseldorf and follows the UTC+8 timezone.
To ensure you don't miss your Dusseldorf to Shanghai flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is a good rule of thumb.
Flying during a popular month like June? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dusseldorf to Shanghai
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap Dusseldorf to Shanghai flight. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when searching for your plane ticket from Dusseldorf to Shanghai.
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Flying from Dusseldorf
Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling — and perhaps even visit a new city. When browsing Dusseldorf to Shanghai flights leaving from Dusseldorf International Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Located around 6 kilometres from central Dusseldorf, DUS can be reached in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
After an easy start to your travels? Stay near Dusseldorf International Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from Dusseldorf to Shanghai or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Dusseldorf International Airport, data shows 78.28% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Weeze Airport (NRN)
Break up your Dusseldorf to Shanghai flight with a stop at Copenhagen Airport (CPH). A major stopover between Weeze Airport and Shanghai, it's the perfect opportunity to take a moment to relax.
On public transport, you can travel from central Dusseldorf to NRN in around 2 hours 20 minutes. The airport is roughly 64 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 1 hour 5 minutes.
It's your holiday, so why not spend another night away? Consider staying at one of these accommodation options near Weeze Airport the day before your flight from Dusseldorf to Shanghai:
The majority of flights that leave Weeze Airport reach their destination on schedule. It boasts a strong on-time performance rate of 80.87%.
Arriving in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to central Shanghai takes about 50 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 32 kilometres away.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Dusseldorf to Shanghai. Stay at one of these accommodation options near PVG instead:
Pick up a Shanghai Pudong International Airport rental car and discover corners of Shanghai that aren't in every guidebook. Find your perfect set of wheels with Hertz.
Reserve your ride from Shanghai Pudong International Airport a few weeks before your departure date to get the lowest price possible. If you're going away during peak season, it's a good idea to book your Dusseldorf to Shanghai flight even earlier.
PVG is situated at No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
The centre of Shanghai is approximately 13 kilometres from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA). Once your flight from Dusseldorf to Shanghai has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should take about 20 minutes.
After your flight from Dusseldorf to Shanghai, kick back at a hotel close to SHA. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Grab a Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport rental car and expand your travel horizons with your own wheels. Hertz is just moments from baggage claim, so you can drive off in a flash.
Avoid filling out forms on the spot and save time at the rental desk by having everything prearranged. Reserve your ride from SHA in advance so you can simply get the keys and go.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is located at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
Best time to go to Shanghai
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Dusseldorf to Shanghai. April is the busiest month to visit Shanghai. If you want a more relaxed atmosphere, go in April.
The warmest month in Shanghai is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Lock in your Dusseldorf to Shanghai ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Dusseldorf to Shanghai in January when temperatures average between -1ºC (30ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF).
More about Shanghai
After booking your flight from Dusseldorf to Shanghai, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Shanghai:
The Bund Sightseeing Avenue and Yu Garden are just a couple of the major attractions to add to your Shanghai travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Shanghai Tower.
Explore more of China
Shanghai has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of China waiting to be discovered. Around 274 kilometres west of Shanghai, a visit to Nanjing will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum, Nanjing City Wall and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall.
If you're interested in discovering another major destination in China, consider Suzhou, about 80 kilometres west of Shanghai. Lotus Peak, Tianpingshan and Shangfang Tower are among the biggest draws.
