Travelling from Surat Gujarat Airport (STV) to Shanghai: what you need to know
Surat Gujarat Airport is located in Surat. Based in the UTC+8 timezone, Shanghai is 2 hours 30 minutes ahead of Surat.
Leave plenty of time to catch your flight from STV to Shanghai. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as August, it's wise to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during high season in general.
Whether you're eager to discover another city as part of your journey or just have a break, we make it a breeze to find a flight with a stopover. To compare your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Dubai Airport (DXB) is a stop you can make during your flight from STV to Shanghai.
If you hold a passport from India, you will need an embassy visa to enter China. This applies if you're booking a cheap ticket from Surat Gujarat Airport to Shanghai for tourism purposes. Requirements may be different if you're travelling for work or other reasons. Always check the visa rules ahead of booking and certainly before you fly.
Located around 13 kilometres from central Surat, STV can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The same journey by public transport will take roughly 58 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel close to STV? If you're boarding an early flight from Surat Gujarat Airport to Shanghai, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
How to find the cheapest flights from Surat Gujarat Airport (STV) to Shanghai
C$315 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Surat Gujarat Airport to Shanghai. A return flight starts at C$549. These prices can change based on demand.
To find cheap tickets from STV to Shanghai, book ahead. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
Getting cheap tickets from Surat Gujarat Airport to Shanghai is easy if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to show the lowest fares across the month and land a great deal.
Log into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll be notified right away if there's a better deal on this route. It's easy to do, and it'll save you time checking for cheap tickets from STV to Shanghai every day.
Take advantage of the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Surat Gujarat Airport to Shanghai, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to central Shanghai is approximately 56 kilometres. It'll take you around 49 minutes to reach the centre driving.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Surat Gujarat Airport to Shanghai. Stay at one of these accommodation options near PVG instead:
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
As soon as your flight from Surat Gujarat Airport to Shanghai has hit the runway, you can get to the city centre in around 21 minutes by car. Central Shanghai is roughly 14 kilometres from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA).
You'll find some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near SHA. Settle in and get cozy after your flight from STV to Shanghai at any of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Shanghai
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Surat Gujarat Airport to Shanghai. July is the busiest month to visit Shanghai. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Shanghai is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 34ºC. Book your flights from Surat Gujarat Airport to Shanghai in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from STV to Shanghai in January when temperatures average between -1ºC and 10ºC.
More about Shanghai
Start your Shanghai trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Surat Gujarat Airport to Shanghai, check out our selection of hotels including:
The Bund Sightseeing Avenue and Yu Garden are just the start of the major attractions to put on your Shanghai itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Shanghai Tower.
Complete your Shanghai trip with a car rental
Pick one of our car rentals in Shanghai and explore the city on your own schedule. Easily compare options in one go to find the perfect ride once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flights from Surat Gujarat Airport to Shanghai.
