Travelling from Bahrain International Airport (BAH) to Shanghai: what you need to know
Shanghai is 5 hours ahead of Manama, where Bahrain International Airport is located. Shanghai operates on the UTC+8 timezone.
Leave enough time to get on your flight from BAH to Shanghai. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
You can book a direct flight from Bahrain International Airport to Shanghai. Start your journey at BAH and end it at Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG).
Keep your eyes peeled for promotions from Gulf Air. This carrier has direct flights from Bahrain International Airport to Shanghai.
We make it a piece of cake to plan a flight from BAH to Shanghai that includes a stopover. To see all the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
If you have a passport from Bahrain, you will need an embassy visa to enter China. This applies if you're booking a cheap ticket from Bahrain International Airport to Shanghai for tourism purposes. Requirements may change if you're travelling for business or other reasons. Always check official visa guidelines before you make travel plans and definitely before you fly.
Travelling from central Manama to BAH takes approximately 47 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 8 kilometres in 17 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Planning to catch an early flight from Bahrain International Airport to Shanghai? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to BAH:
How to find the cheapest flights from Bahrain International Airport (BAH) to Shanghai
C$520 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Bahrain International Airport to Shanghai. Return flights start at C$771. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you're looking for cheap tickets from BAH to Shanghai. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Getting cheap tickets from Bahrain International Airport to Shanghai is more likely if you're flexible with your dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices across every month and bag a great deal.
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Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) is around 56 kilometres from central Shanghai. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 49 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Bahrain International Airport to Shanghai, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near PVG:
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Once your flight from Bahrain International Airport to Shanghai has arrived, you can reach the city centre in around 21 minutes by car. Central Shanghai is approximately 14 kilometres from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA).
After your flight from BAH to Shanghai, unwind at a hotel close to SHA. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Shanghai
July is the busiest month for flights from Bahrain International Airport to Shanghai. To avoid the crowds, visit Shanghai in April when things are quieter.
Book your flight from Bahrain International Airport to Shanghai for August to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 23ºC to 34ºC.
Look for cheap flights from BAH to Shanghai in January if you like 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. After booking your flight from Bahrain International Airport to Shanghai, browse our selection of hotels including:
The Bund Sightseeing Avenue and Yu Garden are a couple of popular attractions to add to your Shanghai to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Shanghai Tower.
Complete your Shanghai trip with a car rental
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