Flying from Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG) to Harbin Airport (HRB): what you need to know
Around 3 hours is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Harbin Airport.
Shanghai and Harbin are in the UTC+8 timezone. This means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.
Every week, there are 135 Shanghai Pudong Airport to Harbin Airport flights.
To ensure you catch your PVG to HRB flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as April, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a high season in general.
There's a good range of direct flights from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Harbin Airport to pick from. When organising your Harbin journey, these airlines can fly you nonstop to this exciting part of China:
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is China Southern.
With a reliable 96.52% of services arriving on schedule, China Southern has the best on-time record for PVG to HRB flights.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Harbin Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Check out these options between PVG and HRB:
Qingdao Airport
Shijiazhuang Airport
Yantai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG) to Harbin Airport (HRB)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Shanghai Pudong Airport to Harbin Airport flight is $75. A return fare is currently $170. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from PVG to HRB if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Harbin Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from PVG to HRB by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Harbin Airport.
Handy information about Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG)
PVG's address is No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Pudong Airport maintains a strong on-time performance, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from PVG arrive on schedule 82% of the time.
To reach Shanghai Pudong Airport from central Shanghai, it takes about 1 hour 5 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 48 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of roughly 50 minutes on public transport.
Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near PVG. Whether you have an early flight from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Harbin Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Harbin Airport (HRB)
If you're landing on a late Shanghai Pudong Airport to Harbin Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near HRB:
Getting from Harbin Airport (HRB) to central Harbin
The street address for HRB is Yingbin 1st Rd.
From Harbin Airport, Harbin is approximately 40 kilometres away. It takes around 40 minutes to reach the centre by car.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of about 55 minutes.
When to fly to Harbin Airport (HRB)
April is the most popular month for flights from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Harbin Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Harbin in March.
When reserving your flight from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Harbin Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Harbin, with the temperature ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from PVG to HRB in January. Average temperatures are between -27ºC (-17ºF) and -9ºC (16ºF) then.
Explore more of China
You've seen Harbin, now it's time to discover other corners of China. Travel around 241 kilometres south-west to Changchun to tick off its leading sights. From Changchun Film Studio to Jingyuetan Ski Resort and Zoological and Botanical Garden of Changchun, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're looking to explore another major stop in China, consider Jilin, roughly 209 kilometres south of Harbin. Lotus Temple, Northeast China Tiger and Leopard National Park and Longtan Mountain are the start of reasons to visit.
