Flying from Nanning Airport (NNG) to Shanghai: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 3 hours 10 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct flight from Nanning Airport to Shanghai.
Nanning (the location of Nanning Airport) and Shanghai share the same timezone — UTC+8.
With 31 flights a week between the two airports, Nanning Airport (NNG) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) is the busiest route. Shanghai Airlines operates the earliest flight at 07:35. If you'd like to get more out of your day before jetting off, the last departure from NNG to PVG is with Juneyao Airlines at 22:05.
Give yourself enough time to make your NNG to Shanghai flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're flying during a major holiday or another peak period, give yourself extra time. A good rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.
Direct Nanning Airport to Shanghai tickets are available for booking. Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) is where you'll disembark.
Well-known airlines that offer direct flights from Nanning Airport to Shanghai include:
NNG is around 31 kilometres from central Nanning. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Want a leisurely start to your holiday? Stay near NNG. Whether you're catching an early flight from Nanning Airport to Shanghai or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels are a convenient choice:
Nanning Airport has an excellent on-time record, making delays less likely. Departures from NNG touch down on schedule 84.42% of the time.
NNG is located at Airport Rd.
How to find the cheapest flights from Nanning Airport (NNG) to Shanghai
The best price we've found for a one-way Nanning Airport to Shanghai flight is ر.ق. 311. The cheapest price for a return flight is ر.ق. 792. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from NNG to Shanghai. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
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Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to the centre of Shanghai takes around 50 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 56 kilometres away.
Consider booking a hotel near PVG if you have a late flight from Nanning Airport to Shanghai. Settle into one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about rest:
Grab a Shanghai Pudong International Airport rental car and explore corners of Shanghai that aren't in every guidebook. Find your ideal set of wheels with Hertz.
Reserve your ride from Shanghai Pudong International Airport at least a few weeks ahead of your flight from NNG to Shanghai. If you're travelling during a peak period, book even earlier to get the lowest price.
You'll find PVG at No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
The centre of Shanghai is about 14 kilometres from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA). After your flight from Nanning Airport to Shanghai has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 20 minutes.
Following your NNG to Shanghai flight, kick back at a hotel near SHA. These are some comfortable options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Why work around someone else's schedule? Grab a Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport rental car and stay in control of your journey. Book a set of wheels here with Hertz.
Get your ideal vehicle, not just what's left, by booking your ride from SHA in advance. You can also avoid paying more than you need to, especially when demand is high.
The address for Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
Best time to go to Shanghai
Travel to Shanghai during high season if you like a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Nanning Airport to Shanghai during low season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
Lock in a Nanning Airport to Shanghai flight ticket with a departure in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 23ºC to 34ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from NNG to Shanghai in January when temperatures average between -1ºC and 10ºC.
More about Shanghai
After booking your flight from Nanning Airport to Shanghai, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Shanghai:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Yu Garden, The Bund Sightseeing Avenue and Shanghai Tower are top attractions which should be on any good Shanghai itinerary.
Explore more of China
Nanjing is just one of the many cities in China waiting to be explored after you've experienced Shanghai. Around 274 kilometres away to the west, popular attractions include Nanjing City Wall, Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall and Xuanwu Lake.
If you're eager to discover another major destination in China, consider Puyang, roughly 241 kilometres south-west of Shanghai. Denggao Lansheng Building, Baozhang Yougu Scenic Area and 元宝山探险乐园 are key reasons to visit.
