Flying from Yiwu Airport (YIW) to Shanghai: what you need to know
Yiwu (the location of Yiwu Airport) and Shanghai share the same timezone — UTC+8.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your YIW to Shanghai flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
YIW is around 5 kilometres from central Yiwu. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a stress-free start to your travels? Stay near YIW. Whether you're taking an early flight from Yiwu Airport to Shanghai or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels are worth a look:
Yiwu Airport gets top marks for on-time performance. 86.6% of flights that depart YIW arrive at their destination on time.
The address for YIW is W Ring Rd..
How to find the cheapest flights from Yiwu Airport (YIW) to Shanghai
The best price we've found for a one-way Yiwu Airport to Shanghai flight is ₹ 5,466. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 11,326. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from YIW to Shanghai if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
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Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
The distance from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to central Shanghai is roughly 56 kilometres. It'll take you about 50 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Book a hotel close to PVG if you have a late flight from Yiwu Airport to Shanghai. Choose one of these options and make your first night all about rest:
Pick up a Shanghai Pudong International Airport rental car and explore corners of Shanghai that most visitors tend to miss. Check out the deals from Hertz.
Reserve your vehicle from Shanghai Pudong International Airport a few weeks in advance of your flight from YIW to Shanghai. If you're travelling during a peak period, book even earlier to get the lowest price possible.
PVG is located at No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
The centre of Shanghai is located around 14 kilometres from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA). Once your flight from Yiwu Airport to Shanghai has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 20 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near SHA. Here are a few options where you can check in after your YIW to Shanghai flight:
Line up some great tunes and hit the open road in a Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Hertz and drive off without missing a beat.
Avoid the slow-moving lines and paperwork at the rental desk by having everything prearranged. Reserve your ride from SHA a few weeks in advance so you can simply grab the keys and get going.
You can find Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
Best time to go to Shanghai
Carefully consider your trip dates before booking your flight from Yiwu Airport to Shanghai. The city buzzes during high season, but rates are generally higher and attractions can get crowded. Go to Shanghai in the low season if you prefer a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Shanghai is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 34ºC. Lock in your Yiwu Airport to Shanghai flight ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
January sees average temperatures of between -1ºC and 10ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from YIW to Shanghai around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Shanghai
Start your Shanghai trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Yiwu Airport to Shanghai, browse our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Yu Garden, The Bund Sightseeing Avenue and Shanghai Tower are top attractions which should feature on any good Shanghai itinerary.
Explore more of China
You've visited Shanghai, now it's time to discover other corners of China. Journey about 274 kilometres west to Nanjing to tick off its must-visit sights. From Nanjing City Wall to Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall and Xuanwu Lake, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're looking to explore another corner of China, consider Puyang, about 241 kilometres south-west of Shanghai. Denggao Lansheng Building, Baozhang Yougu Scenic Area and 元宝山探险乐园 are key reasons to visit.
