Travelling from Shanghai to Saga Airport (HSG): What you need to know
Shanghai's main base, Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG), is where new adventures begin. Explore the departure options from here when searching for a flight from Shanghai to Saga Airport (HSG).
Book a direct Shanghai to Saga Airport flight and you'll be travelling for around 1 hour 55 minutes.
Saga Airport is located in Saga. The city operates on the UTC+9 timezone and is one hour ahead of Shanghai.
Take your pick of 4 direct services each week between Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) and Saga Airport (HSG). This is the most popular route, with Spring Airlines offering a 8:25am departure from PVG to HSG.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your flight from Shanghai to HSG.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like February and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) provides a hassle-free way to reach your destination. Nonstop flights from Shanghai to Saga Airport (HSG) take off from this terminal.
Spring Airlines is a popular carrier that offers direct flights from Shanghai to Saga Airport departing from PVG.
Most travellers prefer to fly with Spring Airlines between PVG and HSG.
PVG is about 48 kms (30 miles) from central Shanghai. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 50 minutes.
Searching for a comfortable hotel near Shanghai Pudong International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Shanghai to Saga Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping conveniently close to check-in:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Shanghai Pudong International Airport, data shows 78% of flights complete their journey on time.
PVG is located at No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
SHA is around 14 kms (9 miles) from central Shanghai. It'll take 30 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Shanghai to HSG flight, kick back in one of these hotels near Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport:
The majority of flights that depart Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport arrive at their destination right on cue. It maintains a strong on-time performance rate of 86%.
SHA is located at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
About Saga Airport (HSG)
After your flight from Shanghai to Saga Airport has landed, unwind at a nearby hotel. Okawa Riverside Hotel is a convenient option that's a quick drive from HSG.
Pick up a Saga Airport rental car and discover Saga and beyond with your own wheels. Nissan Rent a Car, Budget and バジェットレンタカー are well-known companies to choose from here.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride around one week before your Shanghai to Saga Airport flight.
You'll find HSG at 9476-187 Kawasoemachi Oaza Inuido.
Getting from Saga Airport (HSG) to central Saga
Central Saga is around 24 kms (15 miles) from Saga Airport and takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for getting into town, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
It takes around 40 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Saga Airport (HSG)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Shanghai to Saga Airport is £163. For a return flight on this route, the best price is £223. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Shanghai to HSG. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
If you have some flexibility with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price in each month when searching for your Shanghai to Saga Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Shanghai to Saga Airport (HSG)
October is when most people book flights from Shanghai to Saga Airport (HSG). Visit Saga in January for a quieter experience.
Lock in a Shanghai to HSG plane ticket departing in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Saga to range from 22ºC to 34ºC.
January sees temperatures of between 0ºC and 11ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Shanghai to Saga Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Saga
Start your Saga trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Shanghai to Saga Airport, check out our selection of hotels including:
Ise Shrine and Kofukuji are just two of the popular attractions to add to your Saga to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Kotohira Shrine.
Explore more of Japan
Shimonoseki is just one of the many cities in Japan waiting to be explored after you've seen Saga. Around 129 kms (80 miles) away to the northeast, its best attractions include Itsukushima Shrine, Lake Seiryu and Saimyoji.
If you're eager to discover another well-known destination in Japan, consider Beppu, about 113 kms (70 miles) east of Saga. Beppu Onsen, Umi Jigoku and Hana Hot Spring are among its highlights.
