Flying from Shanghai to Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS): what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can take off from in Shanghai. Check out your options departing from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) or Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) when booking your flight from Shanghai to Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS).
Approximately 6 hours 31 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Shanghai to Ngurah Rai International Airport.
Denpasar's timezone is UTC+8, which is the same as Shanghai. Ngurah Rai International Airport is located in Denpasar.
The busiest route is from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS), with 46 direct services every week. If you want to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from PVG to DPS is the 08:50 Juneyao Airlines option. If you prefer travelling later, the last departure is at 18:15 with China Eastern.
Leave enough time to make your flight from Shanghai to DPS. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer queues during popular months like July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
You can jump on a direct flight from Shanghai to Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS) out of Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG).
You can travel on a direct flight from Shanghai to Ngurah Rai International Airport with China Eastern. This top carrier operates departures from PVG.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and perhaps even explore another city. When searching for flights from Shanghai to DPS departing from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN)
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
The distance from central Shanghai to PVG is around 56 kilometres. Use Google Maps for the best way to get there, whether you're driving or taking public transport.
Catching an early flight from Shanghai to Ngurah Rai International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to Shanghai Pudong International Airport:
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Planning to leave from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)? You can book a direct flight from Shanghai to Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS) departing from this hub.
Make the most of your vacation with a stopover on your flight from Shanghai to Ngurah Rai International Airport. Visit friends or family or tick a new city off your bucket list. Whatever you choose to do, here's where you can stop between Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport and DPS:
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Changle International Airport (FOC)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Depending on traffic conditions, you can drive to SHA from central Shanghai in around 21 minutes. The airport is roughly 14 kilometres away.
Kick off your vacation early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from Shanghai to DPS, take things easy in one of these hotels near Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport:
About Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Shanghai to Ngurah Rai International Airport. Reserve one of these accommodation options near DPS instead:
Getting from Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS) to central Denpasar
Ngurah Rai International Airport is approximately 16 kilometres from the centre of Denpasar. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 32 minutes.
It takes around 51 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS)
C$140 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Shanghai to Ngurah Rai International Airport. Return flights start from C$285. Prices are subject to change based on availability and may vary at the time of booking.
Get flight tickets from Shanghai to DPS by booking 8 months ahead. Based on flight price data, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Shanghai to Ngurah Rai International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best price across each month.
Set up a Price Alert and keep track of changes on this route through email or push notifications. We'll let you know when prices drop. Timing matters when searching for flight tickets from Shanghai to DPS.
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The best time to fly from Shanghai to Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS)
July is the busiest month for flights from Shanghai to Ngurah Rai International Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Denpasar in April when things are quieter.
Lock in your flight from Shanghai to DPS for March if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Denpasar to range from 24ºC to 30ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Shanghai to Ngurah Rai International Airport in August when temperatures average between 21ºC and 28ºC.
More about Denpasar
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Denpasar right here. Explore these options after locking in your flight from Shanghai to Ngurah Rai International Airport:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Pura Blanjong, Jagatnata Temple (Pura Jagatnatha) and Bali Museum are top sights which should be on any good Denpasar itinerary.
Complete your Denpasar trip with a car rental
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