Traveling from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Cairo International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport is 10 hours 24 minutes. Shanghai's timezone is UTC+8, making Shanghai 6 hours ahead of Cairo.
Flights from Cairo International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport start from 00:30 — the first with China Eastern Airlines. The latest departure is the 14:30 service with China Eastern Airlines. In total, you can choose from 7 services every week from CAI to PVG.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
EgyptAir is your ticket to exploring Shanghai (and perhaps some other exciting parts of China!). Check out the direct flights from Cairo International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport offered by this popular airline.
If you'd like to have a stopover for your flight from Cairo International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport, just deselect 'Direct flights only' and explore your options. These are the top stopovers between CAI and PVG:
Dubai Airport
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Don't forget, you may need a visa to enter China. Visa regulations can differ and travel documentation requirements frequently change. Before reserving your cheap ticket from CAI to PVG, check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for current information.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
C$390 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Cairo International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport. Return flights start at C$677. These prices can change based on availability.
Score cheap flight tickets from CAI to PVG by booking 8 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
Schedule your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flight tickets from Cairo International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.
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Handy information about Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Cairo International Airport is about 21 kilometres from central Cairo. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take 31 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be approximately 1 hour and 26 minutes.
Want a convenient hotel close to CAI? If you've booked an early flight from Cairo International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Cairo International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near PVG instead:
Getting from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to central Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport to the center of Shanghai is about 49 minutes by car. It's approximately 56 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing services.
When to fly to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
July is the most popular month for flights from Cairo International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Shanghai in April.
When booking your flight from Cairo International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Shanghai, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC to 34ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -1ºC and 10ºC. Look for cheap flight tickets from CAI to PVG sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Shanghai
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Shanghai right here. Check out these hotels after you've booked your flight from CAI to PVG:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. The Bund Sightseeing Avenue, Yu Garden and Shanghai Tower are must-visits when exploring Shanghai.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) is an alternative international airport for getting to and from Shanghai. It could be a cheaper or easier choice depending on your travel plans, so it's worth giving some thought.
Complete your Shanghai trip with hotels and a car rental
You've locked in your cheap ticket to Shanghai Pudong International Airport — next on the list is finding a great place to stay, and perhaps even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Shanghai.