Travelling from Shanghai to Zhuhai Jinwan Airport (ZUH): What you need to know
Your adventure gets underway at one of Shanghai's main airports, Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) or Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA). Explore your options for booking a flight from Shanghai to Zhuhai Jinwan Airport (ZUH) taking off from either of these bases.
The average time for a direct Shanghai to Zhuhai Jinwan Airport flight is 2 hours 45 minutes.
Shanghai and Zhuhai (where Zhuhai Jinwan Airport is located) share the UTC+8 timezone. That means you won't need to adjust your watch on arrival.
With 47 direct flights a week between the two airports, Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Zhuhai Jinwan Airport (ZUH) is the most popular route. China Eastern Airlines operates the earliest flight at 11:15am. If you're eager to make the most of your day before leaving, the last flight from PVG to ZUH is with China Southern Airlines at 8pm.
To ensure you catch your flight from Shanghai to ZUH, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Peak season means busier airports, so show up even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to stick to your schedule.
Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
You can find a direct flight from Shanghai to Zhuhai Jinwan Airport (ZUH) out of Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG).
These are some of the most popular airlines operating direct flights from Shanghai to Zhuhai Jinwan Airport taking off from PVG:
The preferred airline for passengers flying between PVG and ZUH is China Southern Airlines.
The carrier with the top on-time arrival performance on this route is Shanghai Airlines.
The distance from central Shanghai to PVG is around 56 kilometres. Depending on traffic conditions, it'll take you about 50 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Planning to catch an early flight from Shanghai to Zhuhai Jinwan Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get a little more snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to Shanghai Pudong International Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Shanghai Pudong International Airport, data shows 78.11% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
PVG's address is No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Planning to leave from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)? Direct Shanghai to Zhuhai Jinwan Airport (ZUH) plane tickets are available from this popular hub.
You can take your pick of airlines that have direct flights from Shanghai to ZUH departing from SHA. Book your seat with any of these carriers and skip the connections:
Shandong Airlines is the most popular choice for passengers flying from SHA to ZUH.
If you're looking for a consistently punctual carrier, book with Juneyao Airlines. It boasts an on-time performance of 97.5% for flights between Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport and Zhuhai Jinwan Airport.
SHA is approximately 14 kilometres from central Shanghai. It'll take 20 minutes or so to reach the terminal driving from the city centre.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your Shanghai to ZUH flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport:
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport has earned its reputation for punctuality. 85.58% of flights out of here keep to their planned arrival schedule.
SHA is located at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
About Zhuhai Jinwan Airport (ZUH)
Have a late flight from Shanghai to Zhuhai Jinwan Airport? Don't let it leave you bleary-eyed. Check in to one of these hotels near ZUH and be in snooze mode sooner:
ZUH is located at 272 Provincial Rd..
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Zhuhai Jinwan Airport (ZUH)
$150 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Shanghai to Zhuhai Jinwan Airport. Return flights start at $335. These fares may change depending on demand.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Shanghai to ZUH. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
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The best time to fly from Shanghai to Zhuhai Jinwan Airport (ZUH)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Shanghai to Zhuhai Jinwan Airport (ZUH). June is the peak month for travel to Zhuhai. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, head there in February.
Book a Shanghai to ZUH plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Zhuhai to range from 27ºC (81ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Shanghai to Zhuhai Jinwan Airport in January when temperatures are between 10ºC (50ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF).
More about Zhuhai
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Zhuhai right here. Explore these hotels after locking in your flight from Shanghai to Zhuhai Jinwan Airport:
Your trip to Zhuhai wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Leading attractions you won't want to miss include TeamLab, Lovers' Road and Zhuhai Beach.
Explore more of China
Zhuhai will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of China just waiting to be discovered. Around 129 kilometres north of Zhuhai, a visit to Guangzhou will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like 珠江夜景, Yuyuan Garden and Shamian Island.
Yunfu is another must-experience destination in China and is around 177 kilometres north-west of Zhuhai. No trip is complete without a visit to Panlong (Dragon) Cave, 云浮樱花园 and Chengjue Temple.
