Travelling from Shanghai to Perth Airport (PER): What you need to know
Shanghai is home to a couple of airports where you can kick off your travels. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Shanghai to Perth Airport (PER) flying out of Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) or Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA).
Perth (where Perth Airport is located) and Shanghai share the UTC+8 timezone. You can plan your trip without factoring in timezone differences.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your flight from Shanghai to PER.
Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so aim to get there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to keep to your schedule.
Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a travel break and maybe even tour another city. When searching for cheap flights from Shanghai to PER departing from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Top options include:
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS)
To reach PVG from central Shanghai, it takes about 50 minutes to drive the 56 kilometres or so.
Want a stress-free start to your travels? Stay near Shanghai Pudong International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Shanghai to Perth Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
When it comes to Shanghai Pudong International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 78.11% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
You'll find PVG at No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Fit a stopover into your itinerary at Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN). It's a popular transfer point for flights from Shanghai to Perth Airport (PER) leaving Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport.
Depending on road traffic, you can drive to SHA from central Shanghai in about 20 minutes. The airport is roughly 14 kilometres away.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your Shanghai to PER flight? Kick back in a hotel near Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport before your holiday officially begins. These stays are calling your name:
Flights from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport have a proven record for punctuality, with 85.58% of them touching down within the expected time frame.
You'll find SHA at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
About Perth Airport (PER)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Shanghai to Perth Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near PER:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Perth Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from SafeDrive Car Rentals, City Centre Car Rentals or No birds to explore Perth and beyond.
Booking your ride around one week ahead of your Shanghai to Perth Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
Getting from Perth Airport (PER) to central Perth
From Perth Airport, central Perth is around 16 kilometres away. It takes about 20 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
It takes roughly 30 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Perth Airport (PER)
At the moment, ر.ق. 651 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Shanghai to Perth Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is ر.ق. 1,542. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Shanghai to PER if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price in every month when searching for your Shanghai to Perth Airport ticket.
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Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Shanghai to Perth Airport.
The best time to fly from Shanghai to Perth Airport (PER)
February is the quietest month for flights from Shanghai to Perth Airport (PER), while July is the busiest. Figure out the ideal time to go to Perth based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Perth is January, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC and 35ºC. Book your Shanghai to PER flight ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
August has temperatures of between 8ºC and 20ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Shanghai to Perth Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Perth
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Perth right here. Check out these hotels after locking in your flight from Shanghai to Perth Airport:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Cottesloe Beach, Kings Park Observation Tower and City Beach are attractions you won't want to skip in Perth.
Explore more of Australia
Perth is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Australia waiting to be discovered. About 161 kilometres south of Perth, a visit to Bunbury will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like Koombana Bay, Dolphin Cove and Leschenault Peninsula Conservation Park.
If you're eager to discover another well-known destination in Australia, consider Busselton, roughly 193 kilometres south of Perth. Underwater Observatory, Abbey Beach and Busselton Jetty are highlights.
