Flying from Shanghai to Bristol Airport (BRS): What you need to know
Lay the groundwork for your adventure by considering where you'll catch your flight from Shanghai to Bristol Airport (BRS). Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) and Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) are the main airports in Shanghai.
The timezone in Bristol is UTC+0, which is eight hours behind Shanghai. Bristol Airport is located in Bristol.
To ensure you catch your flight from Shanghai to BRS, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
In high season, allow for longer queues and be there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international trips.
Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
We make it simple to find cheap flights from Shanghai to BRS with a stopover. To explore the options departing from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between PVG and BRS include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
The distance from central Shanghai to PVG is around 56 kms (35 miles). Depending on traffic, it'll take about 50 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Booked an early flight from Shanghai to Bristol Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some bonus sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to Shanghai Pudong International Airport:
Of all flights departing from Shanghai Pudong International Airport, 78.11% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
You'll find PVG at No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
SHA is roughly 14 kms (9 miles) from central Shanghai. It takes 20 minutes or so to reach the terminal when driving from the city centre.
Flying out early in the morning? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport the day before your Shanghai to BRS flight:
Flights from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport have a proven record for punctuality, with 85.58% of them arriving as expected.
The address for SHA is 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
About Bristol Airport (BRS)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Shanghai to Bristol Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near BRS:
Pick up a Bristol Airport rental car and discover Bristol and beyond with your own wheels. Green Motion, Alamo and Drivalia are top providers you can book with here.
For the lowest price, book your ride around four weeks in advance of your Shanghai to Bristol Airport flight.
Getting from Bristol Airport (BRS) to central Bristol
Bristol Airport is around 10 miles from central Bristol. It takes around 25 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
It takes around 1 hour 15 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Bristol Airport (BRS)
At the moment, £252 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Shanghai to Bristol Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is £543. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Shanghai to BRS, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
Cheap Shanghai to Bristol Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
Save time searching for cheap plane tickets from Shanghai to BRS by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Nail down a great price on a flight from Shanghai to Bristol Airport with the help of the filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest.'
The best time to fly from Shanghai to Bristol Airport (BRS)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Shanghai to Bristol Airport (BRS). August is when most people visit Bristol. If you like your getaways a little more chill, head there in February.
Before locking in your Shanghai to BRS plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Bristol, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 23ºC (73ºF).
January has temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Shanghai to Bristol Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Bristol
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Bristol right here. Check out these options after you've booked your flight from Shanghai to Bristol Airport:
There are plenty of terrific things to do in Bristol when you're ready to get out and sightsee. Make your way to Banksey followed by Banksy's You Don't Need Planning Permission to Build Castles in the Sky and Clifton Suspension Bridge.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Bristol has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of the United Kingdom you should also see. Around 177 kms (110 miles) east of Bristol, a visit to London will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like The British Museum, Westminster Abbey and Big Ben.
Around 137 kms (85 miles) north-east of Bristol, Birmingham is another essential stop in the United Kingdom. Start your sightseeing at The Windsor Castle, Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery and Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre.
