Travelling from Shanghai to Zhengzhou Xinzheng Airport (CGO): What you need to know
Begin your trip planning by checking out the best place to catch your flight from Shanghai to Zhengzhou Xinzheng Airport (CGO). Explore the options for taking off from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) or Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA), two of the city's main airports.
2 hours 10 minutes is the average journey time for a direct Shanghai to Zhengzhou Xinzheng Airport flight.
Zhengzhou Xinzheng Airport is located in Zhengzhou. The city's timezone is UTC+8 — the same as Shanghai.
The most popular route is from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Zhengzhou Xinzheng Airport (CGO), with 51 direct services every week. If you're eager to be on your way, the earliest flight from PVG to CGO is the 6:25am Suparna Airlines service. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the last departure is at 10:15pm with Shanghai Airlines.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your flight from Shanghai to CGO.
During peak travel periods, expect extended wait times and be there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Go straight to your destination from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG). Direct flights from Shanghai to Zhengzhou Xinzheng Airport (CGO) operate from here.
Direct flights from Shanghai to Zhengzhou Xinzheng Airport are operated by a good selection of airlines at PVG. Book your journey with one of these:
China Southern Airlines is the airline most travellers choose for flights from PVG to CGO.
China Southern Airlines is the best performing carrier for punctuality on this route.
The distance from central Shanghai to PVG is around 56 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 50 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Booked an early flight from Shanghai to Zhengzhou Xinzheng Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and get a little more snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to Shanghai Pudong International Airport:
When it comes to Shanghai Pudong International Airport's on-time performance, 78.11% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
You'll find PVG at No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Catching a flight out of Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)? Direct Shanghai to Zhengzhou Xinzheng Airport (CGO) flight tickets are available from this popular hub.
From SHA, direct flights from Shanghai to CGO are available with Shanghai Airlines.
On the SHA to CGO route, Shanghai Airlines is the top airline in terms of bookings.
If you're looking for the most punctual carrier, book with China Eastern Airlines. It has an on-time performance of 83.11% for flights between Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport and Zhengzhou Xinzheng Airport.
SHA is roughly 14 kilometres from central Shanghai. It'll take 20 minutes or so to get to the airport when driving from the city centre.
Flying out early in the morning? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport the day before your Shanghai to CGO flight:
The majority of flights that depart Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport land at their destination as planned. It boasts an on-time performance rate of 85.58%.
You'll find SHA at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
About Zhengzhou Xinzheng Airport (CGO)
Reserve a hotel near CGO if you have a late flight from Shanghai to Zhengzhou Xinzheng Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and get some sleep sooner:
You'll find CGO at Ping'an Rd.
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Zhengzhou Xinzheng Airport (CGO)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Shanghai to Zhengzhou Xinzheng Airport is $109. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $236. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Shanghai to CGO. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
Affordable Shanghai to Zhengzhou Xinzheng Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across every month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Shanghai to Zhengzhou Xinzheng Airport (CGO)
July is the most popular month for flights from Shanghai to Zhengzhou Xinzheng Airport (CGO). Visit Zhengzhou in February for a quieter experience.
When booking your Shanghai to CGO flight ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. June is the warmest month in Zhengzhou, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC to 37ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Shanghai to Zhengzhou Xinzheng Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -5ºC and 10ºC.
More about Zhengzhou
Once you've booked your flight from Shanghai to Zhengzhou Xinzheng Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Zhengzhou:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Foguang Temple, Runis of Shang Dynasty and 郑州商代遗址 are attractions you won't want to skip in Zhengzhou.
Explore more of China
Zhengzhou is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of China just waiting to be discovered. About 274 kilometres south of Zhengzhou, a trip to Xinyang will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Nanwan Reservoir, 茶岛游客采茶区 and 羊山森林植物园.
Around 129 kilometres west of Zhengzhou, Luoyang is another essential stop in China. Experience major highlights starting with Longmen Grottoes (Southwest Gate), Longmen Grottoes (North Gate) and Confucious Temple.
