Travelling from Karachi Jinnah International Airport (KHI) to Shanghai: what you need to know
Shanghai is three hours ahead of Karachi, where Karachi Jinnah International Airport is located. Shanghai follows the UTC+8 timezone.
To avoid missing your KHI to Shanghai flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying over a peak time such as March? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling and maybe even explore another city. When browsing for plane tickets from KHI to Shanghai, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK)
KHI is about 24 kilometres from central Karachi. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 50 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your holiday? Stay near KHI. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Karachi Jinnah International Airport to Shanghai or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
76% of flights leaving from Karachi Jinnah International Airport land at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Karachi Jinnah International Airport (KHI) to Shanghai
₹ 43,383 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Karachi Jinnah International Airport to Shanghai flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is ₹ 76,579. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from KHI to Shanghai. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, check out the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when looking for your Karachi Jinnah International Airport to Shanghai ticket.
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Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to central Shanghai takes about 1 hour 5 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 48 kilometres away.
It takes around 50 minutes when travelling by public transport.
Think about booking a hotel close to PVG if you're coming in on a late flight from Karachi Jinnah International Airport to Shanghai. Pick one of these options and make your first night all about rest:
To lock in the lowest rate, reserve your ride from Shanghai Pudong International Airport a few weeks ahead of your flight from KHI to Shanghai. Rates generally rise closer to your travel date.
The street address for PVG is No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Central Shanghai is located around 14 kilometres from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA). After your flight from Karachi Jinnah International Airport to Shanghai has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 30 minutes.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre takes 40 minutes or so.
After stepping off your KHI to Shanghai flight, settle in at a hotel near SHA. These are some comfortable options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Pick the vehicle you actually want, not just what's left, by securing your ride from SHA before your arrival. You can also avoid last-minute price hikes, especially during peak travel times.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport can be found at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
Best time to go to Shanghai
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Karachi Jinnah International Airport to Shanghai. February is the busiest month to travel to Shanghai. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in December.
Before locking in your Karachi Jinnah International Airport to Shanghai plane ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Shanghai, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC to 34ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from KHI to Shanghai in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC and 10ºC on average.
More about Shanghai
Once you've booked your flight from Karachi Jinnah International Airport to Shanghai, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Shanghai:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Shanghai Tower, Shanghai Museum and The Bund Sightseeing Avenue are major attractions which should be on any well-planned Shanghai itinerary.
Explore more of China
Nanjing is just one of the many cities in China waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Shanghai. Around 274 kilometres away to the west, well-known attractions include Nanjing City Wall, Zijin Tower and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall.
Puyang is another well-known destination in China and is around 241 kilometres southwest of Shanghai. No trip is complete without a visit to Xuanlushan Scenic Area, Xianhua Mountain and Minsheng Flower Sea.
