Flying from Jeddah Airport (JED) to Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG): what you need to know
Shanghai's timezone is UTC+8, making Shanghai five hours ahead of Jeddah.
Your JED to PVG flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Travelling during a peak month such as August? Major public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Jeddah Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Stopovers between JED and PVG include:
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
Cairo Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Jeddah Airport (JED) to Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG)
At the moment, $541 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Jeddah Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $1,038. Remember that fares can change due to demand when booking.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from JED to PVG. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Getting cheap flights from Jeddah Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices across every month and land a great deal.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from JED to PVG.
Secure the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Jeddah Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Jeddah Airport (JED)
When it comes to Jeddah Airport's on-time performance, 75% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Jeddah to Jeddah Airport is around 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 45 minutes when using public transport.
Searching for a handy hotel near JED? If you've booked an early flight from Jeddah Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG)
Book a hotel close to PVG if you have a late Jeddah Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Go beyond Shanghai and explore places that don't make every travel guide with your own set of wheels. You can pick up a Shanghai Pudong Airport rental car from Hertz.
To secure the best deal, book your ride from Shanghai Pudong Airport a few weeks in advance. Prices generally rise closer to the day of travel.
Getting from Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG) to central Shanghai
The street address for PVG is No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Pudong Airport is approximately 48 kilometres from the centre of Shanghai. The drive time takes around 1 hour 5 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 50 minutes.
When to fly to Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG)
The quietest month for a flight from Jeddah Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport is March, while April is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Shanghai based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in your flight from Jeddah Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport for August if you want to visit Shanghai during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC and 34ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from JED to PVG in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC and 10ºC on average.
Explore more of China
You've visited Shanghai, now it's time to discover other parts of China. Journey around 274 kilometres west to Nanjing to tick off its must-visit sights. From Nanjing City Wall to Zijin Tower and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're eager to discover another side of China, consider Suzhou, about 80 kilometres west of Shanghai. Humble Administrator's Garden, Lingering Garden and Pingjiang Road are key highlights.