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Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Auckland International to Shanghai? You could fly into the following airports instead.Auckland to Shanghai: Flight information
The things to know before you go.| Cheapest flight found | $643 |
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| Cheapest month to fly | May |
| Average flight time | 12 hrs, 23 mins |
| Most popular airline | Virgin Atlantic |
| Average flights per week | 32 |
Finding cheap flights from Auckland International to Shanghai: Frequently asked questions
Which airlines fly from Auckland to Shanghai?
You can take direct flights from Auckland to Shanghai every day with Air New Zealand or China Eastern.
There's more competition on 1-stop connecting flights with:
Air New Zealand, Korean Air and other airlines also offer 1-stop flights shared with Chinese airlines.
Is there a time difference between Auckland and Shanghai?
Yes. Shanghai is 5 hours behind Auckland in the New Zealand summer and 4 hours behind in the winter.
What is the weather like in Shanghai?
Summer (July to August) is hot and wet in Shanghai, when temperatures often exceed 35°C. Winter (December to February) is cold and often drops below freezing.
The most comfortable seasons to travel are spring and autumn.
How expensive is Shanghai?
Shanghai is generally cheap by New Zealand standards. Average prices for food and drink, transport and accommodation can be half the price of Auckland, but you'll still find options for every price range.
China's currency is the renminbi (yuan).
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Auckland |
Shanghai |
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Average cost of a meal |
NZ$15.00 |
NZ$6.45 |
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Average cost of a coffee |
NZ$4.45 |
NZ$6.10 |
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Average cost of a taxi from the airport to the CBD |
NZ$38-NZ$75 |
NZ$40-NZ$55 |
Essential travel information for Shanghai
New Zealand passport holders need a visa to visit China, unless you're only transiting at Shanghai Airport. Apply for a visa at the Chinese embassy in Wellington.
Make sure you avoid common problems in Shanghai by checking the SafeTravel guide to China before you set off.
Departing from Auckland
Auckland International Airport (AKL) is New Zealand's busiest airport. It's 20 minutes from the CBD, travelling by car or taxi, or up to 50 minutes away by bus.
The airport advises travellers to arrive 3 hours before an international flight. These leave from the International Terminal.
Check-in at the terminal is on the ground floor, with security and departure gates upstairs. Before catching your flight, you can browse the duty-free shops, sit down at a restaurant or pass the time in a VIP lounge.
Arriving in Shanghai
Shanghai has 2 main airports. Direct flights from Auckland arrive at Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG), but most connecting flight arrive at Hongqiao Airport (SHA). Make sure you check your booking reference so you know which airport you'll be arriving at.
Pudong Airport is the larger of the 2, though further from the CBD. Arriving at the airport, you can get local currency from an ATM or exchange kiosk and use any other facilities before heading to your Shanghai hotel.
Depending on where you're headed, the airport bus can cost between ¥2 and ¥22, the Maglev Train is ¥50, and a taxi should cost ¥200-¥250. If you feel confident driving yourself, you can also hire a car from Shanghai Pudong Airport.
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Please note: all information is correct as of January, 2019.
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