Travelling from Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA): what you need to know
The timezone in Shanghai is UTC+8, which is one hour ahead of Hanoi.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your HAN to SHA flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Noi Bai International Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Check out these options between HAN and SHA:
Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport
Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Noi Bai International Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport flight is C$137. A round-trip plane ticket right now is C$253. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To score cheap tickets from HAN to SHA, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when looking for your flight from Noi Bai International Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from HAN to SHA by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Noi Bai International Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport.
Handy information about Noi Bai International Airport (HAN)
When it comes to Noi Bai International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 75.32% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
To get to Noi Bai International Airport from central Hanoi, it takes about 35 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 26 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of around 1 hour 55 minutes on public transport.
Taking an early flight from Noi Bai International Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near HAN:
Arriving at Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Reserve a hotel near SHA if you have a late Noi Bai International Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Drive into your next adventure with a Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Hertz to explore parts of Shanghai that don't always get the spotlight.
To lock in the lowest rate, reserve your vehicle from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport at least a couple of weeks ahead. Rates generally rise closer to your departure date.
Getting from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) to central Shanghai
The address for SHA is 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
From Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport, Shanghai is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When to fly to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Noi Bai International Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport. April is the most popular month to head to Shanghai. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Noi Bai International Airport to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport for August if you'd like to explore Shanghai during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Look for cheap tickets from HAN to SHA around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of China
You've seen Shanghai, now it's time to explore more of China. Journey around 274 kilometres west to Nanjing to check off its top sights. From Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum to Nanjing City Wall and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in China, consider Suzhou, roughly 80 kilometres west of Shanghai. Lotus Peak, Tianpingshan and Shangfang Tower are key reasons to visit.