Travelling from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Shanghai: what you need to know
Adelaide Airport is located in Adelaide. Operating on the UTC+8 timezone, Shanghai is 2 hours 30 minutes behind Adelaide.
To ensure you get on your flight from ADL to Shanghai, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during high season in general.
We make it simple to plan a flight from ADL to Shanghai with a stopover. To see all your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
You'll need a visa for China if you have a passport from Australia and are visiting for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements change frequently. So before you book your cheap ticket from Adelaide Airport to Shanghai, check with your airline and the destination country's local consulate or embassy for up-to-date information.
The journey from central Adelaide to ADL takes about 49 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 8 kilometres in 17 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a handy hotel close to ADL? If you're boarding an early flight from Adelaide Airport to Shanghai, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
How to find the cheapest flights from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Shanghai
C$392 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Adelaide Airport to Shanghai. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$735. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from ADL to Shanghai. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Getting cheap tickets from Adelaide Airport to Shanghai is more likely if you can be flexible with your dates. Check out the 'Whole month' tool to show the lowest prices across each month and score a great deal.
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Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to central Shanghai is approximately 56 kilometres. It takes about 49 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Adelaide Airport to Shanghai, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near PVG:
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
As soon as your flight from Adelaide Airport to Shanghai has hit the tarmac, you can make your way to the city centre in around 21 minutes by car. Central Shanghai is approximately 14 kilometres from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA).
There are some great places where you can make a pit stop near SHA. Unwind and get cozy after your flight from ADL to Shanghai at one of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Shanghai
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Adelaide Airport to Shanghai. July is the busiest month to travel to Shanghai. If you prefer a quieter atmosphere, go in April.
The warmest month in Shanghai is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 34ºC. Book your flights from Adelaide Airport to Shanghai in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap flights from ADL 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
Start your Shanghai trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Adelaide Airport to Shanghai, explore our range of hotels including:
The Bund Sightseeing Avenue and Yu Garden are just two of the top-rated attractions to add to your Shanghai travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Shanghai Tower.
Complete your Shanghai trip with a car rental
Finding you a cheap flight from Adelaide Airport to Shanghai isn't our only party trick. Check out our car rentals in Shanghai and have more freedom to explore. We find deals from trusted car rental providers and put them all in one place. Instantly compare rates and then book with no fees.