Flying from Trivandrum International Airport (TRV) to Shanghai: what you need to know
The timezone in Shanghai is UTC+8. The city is 2 hours 30 minutes ahead of Thiruvananthapuram, where Trivandrum International Airport is located.
To ensure you catch your flight from TRV to Shanghai, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months like August and other peak periods. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
When travelling to China for tourism purposes, you'll need an embassy visa if you have a passport from India. However, visa rules can change and you may need additional documents depending on the length and purpose of your stay. Always check the most recent guidelines before you book your cheap ticket from Trivandrum International Airport to Shanghai.
TRV is approximately 0.16 kilometres from the centre of Thiruvananthapuram. To help work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This useful traveller tool will give you the best route and your public transport options.
Have an early flight from Trivandrum International Airport to Shanghai? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to TRV:
How to find the cheapest flights from Trivandrum International Airport (TRV) to Shanghai
C$328 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Trivandrum International Airport to Shanghai. Return flights start from C$589. These prices may change based on availability.
It's a good idea to book early if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from TRV to Shanghai. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
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Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to central Shanghai is roughly 56 kilometres. It takes around 49 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Trivandrum International Airport to Shanghai, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near PVG:
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) is about 14 kilometres from central Shanghai. Following your flight from Trivandrum International Airport to Shanghai, it'll take you around 21 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You'll find some great places where you can make a pit stop near SHA. Unwind and get cozy after your flight from TRV to Shanghai at one of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Shanghai
July is the most popular month to board a flight from Trivandrum International Airport to Shanghai while April is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Shanghai, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.
The warmest month in Shanghai is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 34ºC. Lock in your flights from Trivandrum International Airport to Shanghai in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between -1ºC and 10ºC. Look for cheap flights from TRV to Shanghai sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Shanghai
Start your Shanghai trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Trivandrum International Airport to Shanghai, explore our range of accommodation options including:
The Bund Sightseeing Avenue and Yu Garden are just a couple of the major attractions to add to your Shanghai to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Shanghai Tower.
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