Travelling from Shanghai to Puerto Princesa International Airport (PPS): what you need to know
Get your vacation planning started by considering where you'll catch your flight from Shanghai to Puerto Princesa International Airport (PPS). Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) and Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) are Shanghai's main airports.
Puerto Princesa's timezone is UTC+8, which is the same as Shanghai. Puerto Princesa International Airport is located in Puerto Princesa.
To ensure you get on your flight from Shanghai to PPS, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as July, 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 international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to explore a new place or just take a break during your travels. When looking for a flight from Shanghai to PPS, uncheck 'Direct flights only' to compare all potential stops. Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB) is an option if you're flying out of Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG).
PVG is around 56 kilometres from central Shanghai. To work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This handy traveller tool will give you the fastest route and your public transport options.
In search of a convenient hotel near Shanghai Pudong International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Shanghai to Puerto Princesa International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Depending on traffic, you can drive to SHA from Shanghai's centre in about 21 minutes. The airport is approximately 14 kilometres away.
Want to spoil yourself with an extra night away before catching your flight from Shanghai to PPS? Relax in a hotel near Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport before your vacation officially starts. Stay at one of these accommodation options:
About Puerto Princesa International Airport (PPS)
Book a hotel close to PPS if you're catching a late flight from Shanghai to Puerto Princesa International Airport. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Puerto Princesa International Airport (PPS) to central Puerto Princesa
Puerto Princesa International Airport is approximately 3 kilometres from central Puerto Princesa. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Puerto Princesa International Airport (PPS)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Shanghai to Puerto Princesa International Airport is C$296. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$536. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up flight tickets from Shanghai to PPS, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare the prices of tickets from Shanghai to Puerto Princesa International Airport across the month. We've highlighted the lowest fares in green, making it easy to choose a flight your budget will love.
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Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Shanghai to Puerto Princesa International Airport.
The best time to fly from Shanghai to Puerto Princesa International Airport (PPS)
June is the busiest month to catch a flight from Shanghai to Puerto Princesa International Airport while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Puerto Princesa, consider whether you prefer a lively vibe or a quieter pace.
The warmest month in Puerto Princesa is May, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC and 31ºC. Book your flights from Shanghai to PPS in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
February sees average temperatures of between 23ºC and 29ºC. Search for cheap flights from Shanghai to Puerto Princesa International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Puerto Princesa
Start your Puerto Princesa trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Shanghai to Puerto Princesa International Airport, browse our range of accommodation options including:
Plaza Cuartel and Palawan Special Battalion WW2 Memorial Museum are a couple of big attractions to add to your Puerto Princesa must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Stellar Grounds.
Complete your Puerto Princesa trip with a car rental
Finding you a cheap flight from Shanghai to Puerto Princesa International Airport isn't our only party trick. Browse our car rentals in Puerto Princesa and explore the city on your own terms. We find deals from trusted car rental companies and put them all in one place. You can instantly compare offers and then book with no fees.