Travelling from Zhengzhou Xinzheng Airport (CGO) to Shanghai: what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Zhengzhou Xinzheng Airport to Shanghai is 2 hours 10 minutes.
Shanghai and Zhengzhou (where Zhengzhou Xinzheng Airport is located) share the UTC+8 timezone. This means there's no time difference to adjust for.
The busiest route is from Zhengzhou Xinzheng Airport (CGO) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG). You can choose from 53 services every week between these two airports. If you want to take off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from CGO to PVG is the 07:15 Shanghai Airlines service. If you prefer travelling later, the final departure is at 21:15 with Suparna Airlines.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your CGO to Shanghai flight.
Delays at security and check-in are more likely if you're flying during high season, so allow a bit more breathing room. A good rule of thumb for peak periods? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Direct Zhengzhou Xinzheng Airport to Shanghai tickets are available for booking. Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) is where you'll be touching down.
Direct flights from Zhengzhou Xinzheng Airport to Shanghai are offered by a good number of airlines. Select your seat on any of these:
Central Zhengzhou to CGO is around 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 40 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Booked an early flight from Zhengzhou Xinzheng Airport to Shanghai? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near CGO:
Zhengzhou Xinzheng Airport maintains a strong on-time record, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from CGO arrive at their destination as scheduled 84.82% of the time.
You'll find CGO at Ping'an Rd.
How to find the cheapest flights from Zhengzhou Xinzheng Airport (CGO) to Shanghai
C$94 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Zhengzhou Xinzheng Airport to Shanghai flight. A round-trip ticket right now is C$246. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
Score cheap flights from CGO to Shanghai by booking one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
May is the best month for nabbing an awesome deal on Zhengzhou Xinzheng Airport to Shanghai tickets. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
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Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to central Shanghai takes around 50 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 56 kilometres away.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Zhengzhou Xinzheng Airport to Shanghai. Book one of these accommodation options near PVG instead:
Pick up a Shanghai Pudong International Airport rental car and explore corners of Shanghai that aren't in every guidebook. Book your wheels with Hertz.
To lock in the best rate, book your ride from Shanghai Pudong International Airport a few weeks before your flight from CGO to Shanghai. Rates generally rise closer to the day of travel.
You'll find PVG at No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) is roughly 14 kilometres from central Shanghai. Once you've hopped off your flight from Zhengzhou Xinzheng Airport to Shanghai, it'll take you around 20 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near SHA. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your CGO to Shanghai flight:
Why run on someone else's schedule? Pick up a Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport rental car and call the shots on your own adventure. Book your wheels here with Hertz.
Avoid filling out paperwork at the rental desk by completing your booking beforehand. Secure your ride from SHA a few weeks in advance so you can simply grab the keys and get going.
You'll find Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
Best time to go to Shanghai
Before locking in your flights from Zhengzhou Xinzheng Airport to Shanghai, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Shanghai offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while low season brings better hotel deals and smaller crowds.
Book a Zhengzhou Xinzheng Airport to Shanghai flight ticket with a departure in August to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 23ºC (73ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from CGO to Shanghai in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) on average.
More about Shanghai
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Shanghai right here. Browse these hotels after locking in your flight from Zhengzhou Xinzheng Airport to Shanghai:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Yu Garden, The Bund Sightseeing Avenue and Shanghai Tower are major attractions which should be on any well-planned Shanghai itinerary.
Explore more of China
You've visited Shanghai, now it's time to explore other corners of China. Travel about 274 kilometres west to Nanjing to check off its must-visit sights. From Nanjing City Wall to Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall and Xuanwu Lake, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you're eager to discover another side 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 highlights.
