Flying from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Singapore: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 5 hours 27 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Singapore.
Shanghai (the location of Shanghai Pudong International Airport) and Singapore are in the same timezone — UTC+8.
With 285 flights a week between the two airports, Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Changi International Airport (SIN) is the most popular route. Singapore Airlines operates the earliest flight at 00:10. If you'd like to get more out of your day before jetting off, the last departure from PVG to SIN is with China Eastern at 23:55.
Give yourself enough time to catch your flight from PVG to Singapore. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Direct flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Singapore are available for booking. Changi International Airport (SIN) is where you'll complete your journey.
A range of airlines operate direct flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Singapore. The most well-known include:
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from PVG to Singapore. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for the departures. Take a break from travelling at one of these airports:
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
You don't need a visa for Singapore if you have a passport from China and are visiting for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements are subject to changes or updates. So before locking in your cheap tickets from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Singapore, be sure to check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the latest information.
To get to PVG from central Shanghai, it'll take around 49 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 56 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Searching for a convenient hotel near PVG? If you're boarding an early flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Singapore, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Singapore
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Singapore is 74 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 182 €. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To snag cheap tickets from PVG to Singapore, reserve your trip 9 months before the departure date.
The cheapest month for tickets from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Singapore is May. Compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the dates with the lowest fares.
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Airports in Singapore
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Changi International Airport (SIN) is around 21 kilometres from the centre of Singapore. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is about 21 minutes.
It'll take around 1 hour to get there using public transport.
If you have a late flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Singapore, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near SIN:
Seletar Airport (XSP)
Seletar Airport (XSP) is around 19 kilometres from central Singapore. Once you've disembarked your flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Singapore, it'll take you around 23 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 1 hour and 24 minutes.
After your flight from PVG to Singapore, settle in at a hotel close to XSP. These are some comfortable options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Singapore
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Singapore. August is the most popular month to visit Singapore. If you like a quieter atmosphere, go in February.
The warmest month in Singapore is May, with the temperature ranging between 25ºC and 31ºC. Lock in your flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Singapore in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between 24ºC and 30ºC. Look for cheap flights from PVG to Singapore sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Singapore
Once you've booked your flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Singapore, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Singapore:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Marina Bay Sands, Gardens by the Bay and Universal Studios Singapore are top sights which should be on any well-planned Singapore itinerary.
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