Travelling from Yiwu Airport (YIW) to Shanghai: what you need to know
Shanghai and Yiwu (where Yiwu Airport is located) share the UTC+8 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch when you land.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your flight from YIW to Shanghai.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during high season in general.
You don't need a visa or passport to travel within China. You will need a valid form of identification however, such as a driver's licence or ID card. Add them to your packing list once you've booked cheap tickets from Yiwu Airport to Shanghai.
YIW is around 10 kilometres from central Yiwu. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 14 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Catching an early flight from Yiwu Airport to Shanghai? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to YIW:
How to find the cheapest flights from Yiwu Airport (YIW) to Shanghai
P11,411 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Yiwu Airport to Shanghai. For a return flight on this route, the best price is P52,499. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from YIW to Shanghai, book ahead. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in each month when searching for a ticket from Yiwu Airport to Shanghai.
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Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) is around 56 kilometres from the centre of Shanghai. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is about 49 minutes.
Book a hotel near PVG if you're catching a late flight from Yiwu Airport to Shanghai. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
After your flight from Yiwu Airport to Shanghai has hit the tarmac, you can get to the city centre in about 21 minutes by car. Central Shanghai is roughly 14 kilometres from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA).
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to SHA. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your flight from YIW to Shanghai:
Best time to go to Shanghai
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Yiwu Airport to Shanghai. July is the most popular month to visit Shanghai. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from Yiwu Airport to Shanghai for August to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 23ºC to 34ºC.
Look for cheap flights from YIW to Shanghai in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -1ºC and 10ºC on average.
More about Shanghai
Once you've booked your flight from Yiwu Airport to Shanghai, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Shanghai:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. The Bund Sightseeing Avenue, Yu Garden and Shanghai Tower are must-do's during your Shanghai adventure.
Complete your Shanghai trip with a car rental
Pick one of our car rentals in Shanghai and explore the city in your own time. Easily compare companies in one place to find the perfect ride after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Yiwu Airport to Shanghai.
