Flying from Shanghai to Warsaw: what you need to know
Shanghai has two main airports where you can set off on your adventure. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Shanghai to Warsaw departing from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) or Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA).
When landing in Warsaw, Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) and Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI) are the chief entry points.
Warsaw is seven hours behind Shanghai and is in the UTC+1 timezone.
To ensure you make your Shanghai to Warsaw flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying during a peak time like July? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Warsaw
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap Shanghai to Warsaw flight. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
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Flying from Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling — and maybe even visit a new city. When searching for Shanghai to Warsaw flights leaving from Shanghai Pudong International Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Central Shanghai to PVG is around 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic conditions, it'll take you about 50 minutes to reach there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Planning to catch an early flight from Shanghai to Warsaw? Avoid rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to Shanghai Pudong International Airport:
Of the flights that depart from Shanghai Pudong International Airport, 78.11% touch down on time at their destination.
The address for PVG is No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Break up your Shanghai to Warsaw flight with a stop at Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK). A major stopover between Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport and Warsaw, it's a good opportunity to unwind before the next leg of your journey.
You can get to SHA from central Shanghai in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride by public transport will take roughly 40 minutes to travel the 13 kilometres or so.
You're off on holiday, so why not enjoy an extra night away from home? Consider checking in to one of these accommodation options near Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport the day before your flight from Shanghai to Warsaw:
Most flights that leave Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport reach their destination right on cue. It achieves a consistent on-time performance rate of 86%.
You'll find SHA at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
Arriving in Warsaw
Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
The distance from Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) to central Warsaw is approximately 6 kilometres. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It usually takes 20 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Shanghai to Warsaw. Book one of these accommodation options near WAW instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Frederic Chopin Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Wheego, Flex To Go or kaizen rent and explore beyond Warsaw's main sights.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Frederic Chopin Airport about one week ahead of your Shanghai to Warsaw flight.
Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI)
As soon as your flight from Shanghai to Warsaw has touched down, you can make your way to the city centre in about 50 minutes by car. Central Warsaw is roughly 32 kilometres from Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI).
If you hop on public transport, the ride to the centre takes 1 hour or so.
You'll find some great places to lay your head close to WMI. Tuck yourself in after your Shanghai to Warsaw flight at any of these well-located options:
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Warsaw-Modlin Airport rental car. Collect a set of wheels from Carwiz, Flex To Go or kaizen rent and set off in the blink of an eye.
Get exactly what you want. Booking your ride from WMI four weeks ahead of time often means lower prices and a wider range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Warsaw
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Shanghai to Warsaw. July is the most popular month for a trip to Warsaw. If you like a quieter vibe, go in February.
Book a Shanghai to Warsaw ticket departing in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Warsaw to range from 13ºC to 27ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Shanghai to Warsaw in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -10ºC and 4ºC on average.
More about Warsaw
Once you've booked your flight from Shanghai to Warsaw, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Warsaw:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Warsaw Royal Castle Gardens, The Royal Castle in Warsaw and Palace of Culture and Science are major attractions which should feature on every Warsaw itinerary.
Explore more of Poland
You've done Warsaw, now it's time to discover more of Poland. Journey around 121 kilometres south-west to Lodz to tick off its popular sights. From Piotrkowska Street to Museum of the Factory and Herbst Palace Museum. Branch Museum of Art, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Krakow is another standout destination in Poland and is around 257 kilometres south of Warsaw. No journey is complete without visiting St. Mary's Basilica, Planty Park and 100 oak park.
