Traveling from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG): what you need to know
Expect to be airborne for around 3 hours 40 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct flight from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport. Manila and Shanghai have the same timezone — UTC+8.
Flights from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport start from 01:35 — the first with Cebu Pacific Air. The last departure is the 23:40 option with China Eastern Airlines. Overall, there are 176 weekly services between MNL and PVG.
Traveling over a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
You'll find a range of airlines operating direct flights from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport. When you're ready to kick off your Shanghai adventure and experience this part of China, these leading carriers service the MNL to PVG route:
If you'd like to have a stopover for your flight from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' and explore your options. These are the top stopovers between MNL and PVG:
Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport
Macau International Airport
To find out if you need a visa to enter China, contact your airline and the local consulate or embassy. They'll have the most up-to-date details, including other paperwork you may need after booking your cheap ticket from MNL to PVG.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport is C$99. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$187. Remember that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book 9 months before traveling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap flight tickets from MNL to PVG.
May is the cheapest month for flight tickets from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport. If you're looking to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for each month.
Snapping up a cheap ticket from MNL to PVG is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when the price has dropped.
Take advantage of filters to find the right trip for you. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
The journey from central Manila to Ninoy Aquino International Airport takes about 1 hour and 16 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 13 kilometres in 34 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a convenient hotel near MNL? If you've booked an early flight from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near PVG instead:
Getting from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to central Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport to central Shanghai is about 49 minutes in a car. It's approximately 56 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
When to fly to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Shanghai. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport for August if you'd like to go to Shanghai during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC and 34ºC.
Look for cheap flight tickets from MNL to PVG in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -1ºC and 10ºC on average.
More about Shanghai
Start your Shanghai trip right by finding a wonderful place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from MNL to PVG, explore our accommodation options including:
The Bund Sightseeing Avenue and Yu Garden are a couple of top-rated attractions to put on your Shanghai must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Shanghai Tower.
You'll find more than one way to get to Shanghai. Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) is another popular choice. Check out the range of flights offered at this international airport.
Complete your Shanghai trip with hotels and a car rental
Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Shanghai Pudong International Airport, explore our low prices and exclusive offers on hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one go to find the best car rental price for your Shanghai escape.