Travelling from Penang International Airport (PEN) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Penang International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport is 5 hours 25 minutes.
George Town and Shanghai are in the same timezone, UTC+8.
Flights from PEN to PVG start from 00:05 — the earliest with Juneyao Airlines. The last departure is at 23:55 with Juneyao Airlines. In total, you can take your pick of 19 weekly Penang International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport flights.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your PEN to PVG flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
You can expect longer lines in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Juneyao Airlines has direct flights from Penang International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Shanghai — and maybe even more of China if your schedule allows.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with Juneyao Airlines on this route.
Juneyao Airlines is the most punctual carrier that offers PEN to PVG flights. An impressive 98.33% of its departures on this route arrive as scheduled.
If you want to include a stop along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Penang International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between PEN and PVG:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Changi International Airport
Suvarnabhumi Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Penang International Airport (PEN) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Penang International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport flight is £82. A round-trip fare is currently £142. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Score cheap tickets from PEN to PVG by booking at least six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Penang International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for each month.
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Handy information about Penang International Airport (PEN)
69.54% of flights leaving from Penang International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
To get to Penang International Airport from central George Town, it'll take around 25 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 11 miles from the airport to the city centre.
Catching an early flight from Penang International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near PEN:
Arriving at Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Penang International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near PVG instead:
Drive into your next adventure with a Shanghai Pudong International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Hertz to explore Shanghai and beyond.
To secure the best deal, reserve your ride from Shanghai Pudong International Airport at least a couple of weeks in advance. Prices typically increase closer to your departure date.
Getting from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to central Shanghai
PVG is located at No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Pudong International Airport is roughly 35 miles from the centre of Shanghai. Driving there takes about 50 minutes.
When to fly to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Penang International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport. April is the most popular month to head to Shanghai. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Penang International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport for August if you want to visit Shanghai during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from PEN to PVG in January. Average temperatures are between -1ºC (30ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) then.
Explore more of China
Shanghai has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of China you'll want to see. About 170 miles west of Shanghai, a trip to Nanjing will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum, Nanjing City Wall and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall.
Around 50 miles west of Shanghai, Suzhou is another favourite stop in China. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Lotus Peak, Tianpingshan and Shangfang Tower.