Flying from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG): what you need to know
The timezone in Shanghai is UTC+8, which is eight hours ahead of Glasgow.
Your GLA to PVG flight won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months such as June, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
If you'd like to split up your journey, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Glasgow International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between GLA and PVG:
London Heathrow Airport
London Gatwick Airport
Frankfurt Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Glasgow International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport flight is ر.ق. 1,248. A round-trip plane ticket is currently ر.ق. 2,649. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To score cheap tickets from GLA to PVG, book ahead. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when looking for a flight from Glasgow International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport.
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Lock in the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Glasgow International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Glasgow International Airport, 70.07% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Central Glasgow to Glasgow International Airport is approximately 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 35 minutes.
Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near GLA. Whether you've booked an early flight from Glasgow International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
If you have a late Glasgow International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these options near PVG:
Enjoy the freedom to roam with a Shanghai Pudong International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Hertz to explore Shanghai and beyond.
Book your ride from Shanghai Pudong International Airport several weeks ahead to lock in the best possible deal. If you're travelling during a busy period, you may want to book even earlier.
Getting from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to central Shanghai
PVG is located at No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Pudong International Airport to the centre of Shanghai has a drive time of about 50 minutes. It's approximately 56 kilometres away.
When to fly to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
April is the busiest month for flights from Glasgow International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Shanghai in April.
The warmest month in Shanghai is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 34ºC. Book your flights from Glasgow International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from GLA to PVG in January. Temperatures average between -1ºC and 10ºC then.
Explore more of China
You've visited Shanghai, now it's time to explore more of China. Travel about 274 kilometres west to Nanjing to check off its top sights. From Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum to Nanjing City Wall and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 80 kilometres west of Shanghai, Suzhou is another essential stop in China. Start your sightseeing at Lotus Peak, Tianpingshan and Shangfang Tower.