Flying from Shanghai to Wellington International Airport (WLG): what you need to know
Get your vacation planning started by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Shanghai to Wellington International Airport (WLG). Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) and Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) are Shanghai's main airports.
Wellington International Airport is located in Wellington. The city operates in the UTC+13 timezone and is 5 hours ahead of Shanghai.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport on time to catch your flight from Shanghai to WLG.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your flight from Shanghai to WLG. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG). Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Brisbane Airport (BNE)
Auckland Airport (AKL)
From the centre of Shanghai, PVG is approximately 56 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or visit the official airport website to find the best way to reach the terminal.
Have an early flight from Shanghai to Wellington International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to Shanghai Pudong International Airport:
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
SHA is approximately 14 kilometres from central Shanghai. It takes 21 minutes or so to reach the airport when driving from the city centre.
It's your vacation, so why not extend it with an extra night away from home? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport the day before your flight from Shanghai to WLG:
About Wellington International Airport (WLG)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Shanghai to Wellington International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near WLG:
Getting from Wellington International Airport (WLG) to central Wellington
From Wellington International Airport, Wellington is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes about 1 hour and 19 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Wellington International Airport (WLG)
For a one-way ticket from Shanghai to Wellington International Airport, C$650 is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return trip from just C$1,232. These are currently the lowest fares and may differ based on availability.
It's usually smart to book early if you want to find flight tickets from Shanghai to WLG. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the departure date.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, make the most of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when searching for your ticket from Shanghai to Wellington International Airport.
Create a Price Alert and keep track of changes on this route through email or push notifications. We'll let you know when fares go down. Good timing makes all the difference when searching for flight tickets from Shanghai to WLG.
Use the filters to tailor your flights from Shanghai to Wellington International Airport. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.
The best time to fly from Shanghai to Wellington International Airport (WLG)
July is the busiest month for flights from Shanghai to Wellington International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Wellington in April when it's quieter.
Think about the kind of weather that'll suit your plans for Wellington. The warmest month is January. Lock in your flights from Shanghai to WLG sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 13ºC and 21ºC.
July sees average temperatures of between 7ºC and 12ºC. Look for cheap flights from Shanghai to Wellington International Airport sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Wellington
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Wellington right here. Browse these hotels once you've booked your flight from Shanghai to Wellington International Airport:
One of the best ways to experience Wellington is to visit its popular attractions. Essential stops include Museum of New Zealand (Te Papa Tongarewa), Weta Workshop and Wellington Cable Car.
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