Travelling from Perth Airport (PER) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG): what you need to know
Shanghai's timezone is UTC+8, which is the same as Perth.
Your PER to PVG flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
If you'd like to split up your journey, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Perth Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between PER and PVG:
Changi International Airport
Ngurah Rai International Airport
Tan Son Nhat International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Perth Airport (PER) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Perth Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport flight is P8,533. A round-trip plane ticket is currently P15,477. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from PER to PVG if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird rates.
Finding cheap flights from Perth Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares across the month and score a great deal.
Landing cheap flights from PER to PVG is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Perth Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport.
Handy information about Perth Airport (PER)
Of the departures from Perth Airport, 73.04% arrive on time at their destination.
Central Perth to Perth Airport is around 16 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Expect a trip time of around 30 minutes on public transport.
Get your travels off to a relaxed start by staying near PER. Whether you have an early flight from Perth Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Perth Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near PVG instead:
Grab a Shanghai Pudong International Airport rental car and explore parts of Shanghai that aren't on a typical itinerary. Find your ideal set of wheels with Hertz.
To lock in the best rate, reserve your ride from Shanghai Pudong International Airport several weeks in advance. Prices typically go up closer to the day of travel.
Getting from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to central Shanghai
You'll find PVG at No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Pudong International Airport is approximately 56 kilometres from central Shanghai. Driving there takes about 50 minutes.
When to fly to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
The quietest month for a flight from Perth Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport is April, while April is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Shanghai based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Shanghai is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Book your flights from Perth Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from PER to PVG in January. Average temperatures are between -1ºC (30ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) then.
Explore more of China
Nanjing is just one of the many places in China waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Shanghai. Around 274 kilometres away to the west, its best attractions include Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum, Nanjing City Wall and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall.
If you're eager to discover another corner of China, head for Suzhou, roughly 80 kilometres west of Shanghai. Lotus Peak, Tianpingshan and Shangfang Tower are among the biggest draws.