Flying from Dusseldorf to Shanghai: what you need to know
Dusseldorf has two main airports that could be the jumping-off point for your adventure. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Dusseldorf to Shanghai departing from Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS) or Weeze Airport (NRN).
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) and Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) are Shanghai's primary gateways.
Give yourself enough time to catch your flight from Dusseldorf to Shanghai. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling over a peak time like June? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
If you hold a passport from Germany, you will need a visa to enter China. This applies when booking a cheap flight from Dusseldorf to Shanghai for tourism purposes. Requirements may change if you're travelling for business or other reasons. Always check official visa guidelines before you book and certainly before flying.
Flying from Dusseldorf
Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS)
Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from Dusseldorf to Shanghai. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Dusseldorf International Airport. Break up the journey at one of these popular airports:
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Located around 10 kilometres from central Dusseldorf, DUS can be reached in approximately 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The same journey by public transport will take roughly 38 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel near Dusseldorf International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Dusseldorf to Shanghai, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Weeze Airport (NRN)
Split up your flight from Dusseldorf to Shanghai with a stop so you can recharge or cross another place off your list. Some top stopovers between Dusseldorf International Airport and Shanghai include:
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Dusseldorf to NRN in around 2 hours and 18 minutes. The terminal is roughly 80 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 1 hour and 4 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your flight from Dusseldorf to Shanghai? Check in to a hotel near Weeze Airport before your adventure officially starts. Consider one of these stays:
Arriving in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to central Shanghai takes around 49 minutes by car. It's approximately 56 kilometres away.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Dusseldorf to Shanghai, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near PVG:
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Central Shanghai is located around 14 kilometres from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA). After your flight from Dusseldorf to Shanghai has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 21 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to SHA. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your flight from Dusseldorf to Shanghai:
How to find the cheapest flights from Dusseldorf to Shanghai
Right now, C$496 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Dusseldorf to Shanghai. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$935. Bear in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To score cheap flights from Dusseldorf to Shanghai, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first released.
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Best time to go to Shanghai
April is the quietest month for flights from Dusseldorf to Shanghai, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Shanghai based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Shanghai is August, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC and 34ºC. Lock in your flights from Dusseldorf to Shanghai in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
January has average temperatures of between -1ºC and 10ºC. Search for cheap flights from Dusseldorf to Shanghai sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Shanghai
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Shanghai right here. Explore these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Dusseldorf to Shanghai:
The Bund Sightseeing Avenue and Yu Garden are just two of the big attractions to add to your Shanghai itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Shanghai Tower.
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