Flying from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Birmingham International Airport (BHX): what you need to know
Birmingham's timezone is UTC+0, making Birmingham eight hours behind Shanghai.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport on time to catch your PVG to BHX flight.
Travelling during a peak month like April? Public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Birmingham International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between PVG and BHX:
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How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
£227 is the best price for a one-way Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Birmingham International Airport flight. A return flight starts from £520. These fares can change depending on availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from PVG to BHX, book ahead. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price in each month when searching for a flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Birmingham International Airport.
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Handy information about Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
PVG's address is No.300 Qihang Road.
Of all flights departing from Shanghai Pudong International Airport, 78.11% touch down on time at their destination.
Shanghai Pudong International Airport is around 35 miles from central Shanghai. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Booked an early flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Birmingham International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to PVG:
Arriving at Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
If you have a late Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Birmingham International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near BHX:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Birmingham International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Alamo and explore beyond Birmingham's main sights.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Birmingham International Airport around one week ahead.
Getting from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) to central Birmingham
Birmingham International Airport to central Birmingham has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 15 miles away.
Getting there on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
When to fly to Birmingham International Airport (BHX)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Birmingham International Airport. June is the most popular month to visit Birmingham. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Birmingham is July, with the temperature ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Book your flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Birmingham International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Search for cheap tickets from PVG to BHX around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Birmingham is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of United Kingdom you'll want to see. Around 100 miles south-east of Birmingham, a trip to London will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like Big Ben, The British Museum and Buckingham Palace.
Bristol is another standout destination in United Kingdom and is around 75 miles south-west of Birmingham. No trip is complete without visiting Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.