Flying from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG): what you need to know
Shanghai's timezone is UTC+8, which makes Shanghai two hours 30 minutes ahead of Kolkata.
Your CCU to PVG flight won't wait if you're running 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.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you want to explore another city along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between CCU and PVG:
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Changi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Right now, ₹ 15,096 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is ₹ 28,422. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
It's often best to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from CCU to PVG. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport across each month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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Find the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
Of the departures from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport, 75.9% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport is about 16 kilometres from central Kolkata. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 40 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport typically takes 55 minutes.
Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near CCU. Whether you're taking an early flight from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Consider booking a hotel close to PVG if you're taking a late Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Go beyond Shanghai and discover places that aren't on most itineraries with your own wheels. You can grab a Shanghai Pudong International Airport rental car from Hertz.
Improve your chances of snagging the best possible rate by booking as early as possible. Reserving your vehicle from Shanghai Pudong International Airport at least a couple of weeks in advance is a wise move.
Getting from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to central Shanghai
The address for PVG is No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Pudong International Airport is roughly 56 kilometres from the centre of Shanghai. The drive time takes around 50 minutes.
When to fly to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
April is the most popular month for flights from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport. To escape the crowds, go to Shanghai in April.
Lock in your flight from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport for August if you want to explore Shanghai during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 23ºC and 34ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from CCU to PVG in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC and 10ºC on average.
Explore more of China
Nanjing is just one of the many places in China waiting to be explored after you've experienced Shanghai. Around 274 kilometres away to the west, popular attractions include Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum, Nanjing City Wall and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall.
Around 80 kilometres west of Shanghai, Suzhou is another essential stop in China. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Lotus Peak, Tianpingshan and Shangfang Tower.
