Travelling from Shanghai to Bangkok: what you need to know
Shanghai is home to a couple of airports where you can kick off your trip. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Shanghai to Bangkok flying out of Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG) or Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA).
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) and Don Mueang Airport (DMK) are Bangkok's major gateways.
Around 4 hours 30 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct Shanghai to Bangkok flight.
Bangkok's timezone is UTC+7, which makes Bangkok one hour behind Shanghai.
Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG) to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) is the most traveled route. When searching for your flight from Shanghai to Bangkok, you can pick from 105 services each week between PVG and BKK.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your Shanghai to Bangkok flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Bangkok
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap Shanghai to Bangkok flights if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
Getting cheap plane tickets from Shanghai to Bangkok is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices throughout the month and score a sweet deal.
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Tailor your travel plans using filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' Shanghai to Bangkok flights.
Flying from Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG)
You can book a direct flight from Shanghai to Bangkok jetting out of Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG). Set out from PVG and then land at Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) or Don Mueang Airport (DMK).
Direct Shanghai to Bangkok plane tickets are offered by a range of airlines at PVG. Get on board with any of these:
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip — and possibly even explore another city. When browsing Shanghai to Bangkok flights departing from Shanghai Pudong Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Guangzhou Airport (CAN)
Hong Kong Intl Airport (HKG)
Changsha Airport (CSX)
PVG is about 32 kilometres from central Shanghai. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 50 minutes.
After an easy start to your break? Stay near Shanghai Pudong Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Shanghai to Bangkok or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
83% of flights departing from Shanghai Pudong Airport arrive at their destination on schedule. With its dependable on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when setting off from PVG.
PVG's address is No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA)
Get more out of your holiday with a stopover on your Shanghai to Bangkok flight. Visit friends or family or cross another city off your list. Whatever you want to do, check out these options between Shanghai Hongqiao Airport and Bangkok:
Guangzhou Airport (CAN)
Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)
Changsha Airport (CSX)
You can reach SHA from the centre of Shanghai in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey by public transport will take roughly 40 minutes to cover the 13 kilometres or so.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Shanghai to Bangkok, kick back in one of these hotels near Shanghai Hongqiao Airport:
Flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport have a strong track record for punctuality, with 85% of them arriving right on cue.
The address for SHA is 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
Arriving in Bangkok
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
The distance from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to central Bangkok is roughly 27 kilometres. It'll take you around 35 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It usually takes 35 minutes to get there on public transport.
Reserve a hotel close to BKK if you have a late flight from Shanghai to Bangkok. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Chic Car Rent, asap car rental or Hertz and explore beyond Bangkok's main sights.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport about four weeks ahead of your trip.
Don Mueang Airport (DMK)
Don Mueang Airport (DMK) is around 21 kilometres from central Bangkok. Once you've hopped off your flight from Shanghai to Bangkok, it takes approximately 35 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
If you travel by public transport, the journey will take you 1 hour 5 minutes or so.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near DMK. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your flight from Shanghai to Bangkok:
The quickest way to reach your destination is with a Don Mueang Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Chic Car Rent, asap car rental or Hertz and be on your way in a flash.
Avoid paying extra. Booking your ride three weeks before your arrival at DMK can help you lock in a better rate.
Best time to go to Bangkok
January is the busiest month for flights from Shanghai to Bangkok. To escape the crowds, go to Bangkok in March.
When booking your Shanghai to Bangkok tickets, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. April is the warmest month in Bangkok, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC to 37ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Shanghai to Bangkok in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 19ºC and 34ºC on average.
More about Bangkok
After booking your flight from Shanghai to Bangkok, take your pick from prime hotels that put you close to the action. Make one of these options your base for exploring Bangkok:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. The Grand Palace, The Temple of the Emerald Buddha and Songkran Festival Silom are leading attractions which should be on any good Bangkok itinerary.