Travelling from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL) to Shanghai: what you need to know
Lambert-St. Louis International Airport is located in St Louis. Based in the UTC+8 timezone, Shanghai is 13 hours ahead of St Louis.
Give yourself enough time to get on your STL to Shanghai flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Heading away during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and maybe even visit a new city. When browsing for plane tickets from STL to Shanghai, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
The journey from central St Louis to STL takes around 35 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 10 miles in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a hotel close to STL? If you're boarding an early flight from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Shanghai, these accommodation options put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
Of the flights that depart from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport, 78.04% land on time at their destination.
STL is located at 10701 Lambert International Blvd..
How to find the cheapest flights from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL) to Shanghai
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Shanghai flight is £439. The cheapest price for a return flight is £1,032. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to land cheap flights from STL to Shanghai if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
Landing cheap tickets from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Shanghai is more likely if you can be flexible with your dates. Try using the 'Whole month' function to get the lowest fares throughout the month and pick up an epic deal.
There's no need to check in daily to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know when there's an updated deal for cheap flights from STL to Shanghai.
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Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
The distance from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to central Shanghai is roughly 35 miles. It'll take you about 50 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you have a late flight from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Shanghai, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near PVG:
Pick up a Shanghai Pudong International Airport rental car and explore corners of Shanghai that most visitors tend to miss. Book your wheels with Hertz.
To get the best possible deal, book your vehicle from Shanghai Pudong International Airport a few weeks ahead of your flight from STL to Shanghai. Prices generally rise as your departure date approaches.
PVG is located at No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
After your flight from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Shanghai has hit the tarmac, you can make your way to the city centre in around 20 minutes by car. Central Shanghai is roughly 9 miles from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA).
You'll find some great places to drop your things at near SHA. Unwind and get cosy after your STL to Shanghai flight at any of these well-located options:
Why run on someone else's schedule? Grab a Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport rental car and set your own course. Reserve a set of wheels here with Hertz.
Lock in the vehicle you want, not just what's left, by securing your ride from SHA in advance. You can also avoid paying extra, especially during peak travel times.
You can find Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
Best time to go to Shanghai
Before booking your flights from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Shanghai, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in Shanghai offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty to do, while the low season means you'll get cheaper deals on hotels and smaller crowds.
Book a Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Shanghai plane ticket with a departure in August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 23ºC (73ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from STL to Shanghai in January when temperatures average between -1ºC (30ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF).
More about Shanghai
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Shanghai right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to Shanghai:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Yu Garden, The Bund Sightseeing Avenue and Shanghai Tower are attractions you won't want to skip in Shanghai.
Explore more of China
You've done Shanghai, now it's time to discover more of China. Journey around 170 miles west to Nanjing to check off its must-visit sights. From Nanjing City Wall to Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall and Xuanwu Lake, your itinerary will be busy.
Puyang is another favourite destination in China and is around 150 miles south-west of Shanghai. No trip is complete without a visit to Denggao Lansheng Building, Baozhang Yougu Scenic Area and 元宝山探险乐园.
