Travelling from Shanghai to Belfast: what you need to know
Begin planning your vacation by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Shanghai to Belfast. Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) and Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) are Shanghai's main airports.
When it comes to choosing where to land in Belfast, Belfast International Airport (BFS) and George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) are the primary gateways.
The timezone in Belfast is UTC+0, which is eight hours behind Shanghai.
Leave plenty of time to catch your Shanghai to Belfast flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Belfast
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap Shanghai to Belfast flights if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price in every month when searching for your plane ticket from Shanghai to Belfast.
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Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your Shanghai to Belfast flight results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'
Flying from Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
We make it simple to find a Shanghai to Belfast flight with a stopover. To see the options leaving from Shanghai Pudong International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
To reach PVG from central Shanghai, it'll take about 50 minutes if you're going by car. It's roughly 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Searching for a handy hotel near Shanghai Pudong International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Shanghai to Belfast, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Of all flights leaving Shanghai Pudong International Airport, 78.11% arrive on time at their destination.
PVG's address is No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
SHA is roughly 13 kilometres from central Shanghai. It'll take 20 minutes or so to reach the airport driving from the city centre.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your flight from Shanghai to Belfast? Kick back in a hotel near Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport before your adventure officially begins. Stay at one of these accommodation options:
The majority of flights that depart Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule. It maintains a strong on-time performance rate of 85.58%.
SHA is located at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
Arriving in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
Belfast International Airport (BFS) is approximately 19 kilometres from central Belfast. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes around 30 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 2 hours.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Shanghai to Belfast. Book one of these accommodation options near BFS instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Belfast International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Budget, Drivalia or Dollar and find adventure across Belfast and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Belfast International Airport around three weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
The centre of Belfast is around 5 kilometres from George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD). As soon as your flight from Shanghai to Belfast has hit the runway and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of around 10 minutes.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 20 minutes.
After your flight from Shanghai to Belfast, kick back at a hotel near BHD. These are some comfortable options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a George Best Belfast City Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Budget, Sixt or Alamo and make a speedy getaway.
Snap up the best price by securing your ride from BHD two weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a bigger selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Belfast
It's time to figure out your trip dates for your flight from Shanghai to Belfast. August is the most popular month to visit Belfast. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Belfast is July, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Lock in your Shanghai to Belfast ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 1ºC (34ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Look for cheap flights from Shanghai to Belfast around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Belfast
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Belfast right here. Check out these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Shanghai to Belfast:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Titanic Belfast, Crumlin Road Gaol Visitor Attraction and Conference Centre and Botanic Gardens are popular attractions which should feature on every Belfast itinerary.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Belfast is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of United Kingdom waiting to be discovered. About 354 kilometres south-east of Belfast, a trip to Birmingham will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights like Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
Around 418 kilometres south-east of Belfast, Bristol is another favourite stop in United Kingdom. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.