Travelling from Shanghai to Auckland Airport (AKL): what you need to know
Get your holiday planning started by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Shanghai to Auckland Airport (AKL). Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) and Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) are the two main airports in Shanghai.
Take a direct flight from Shanghai to Auckland Airport and you'll be in the air for around 11 hours 28 minutes.
Auckland Airport is located in Auckland. The city operates in the UTC+13 timezone and is 5 hours ahead of Shanghai.
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Auckland Airport (AKL) is the most popular route. There are 35 direct flights a week to pick from. If you prefer starting your day later, hop on the last flight with Air New Zealand at 14:15. Go for the first PVG to AKL departure with China Eastern at 00:15 if you want to get going earlier.
Your flight from Shanghai to AKL won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Travelling during a popular month such as July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
You can jump on a direct flight from Shanghai to Auckland Airport (AKL) out of Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG).
China Eastern is a leading airline that offers direct flights from Shanghai to Auckland Airport leaving from PVG.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your flight from Shanghai to AKL. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG). Take a pause at one of these airports:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Narita International Airport (NRT)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
PVG is around 56 kilometres from the centre of Shanghai. To help work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This handy traveller tool will show you the fastest route and your public transport options.
Booked an early flight from Shanghai to Auckland Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to Shanghai Pudong International Airport:
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Looking for other options for a direct flight from Shanghai to Auckland Airport (AKL)? Check out the fares leaving from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA).
Visit family or friends or just take a moment to recharge with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Shanghai to Auckland Airport, here's where you can stop when taking off from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport:
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)
Driving from central Shanghai to SHA usually takes 21 minutes, depending on traffic conditions. It's roughly 14 kilometres from the city centre to the airport.
You're going on holiday, so why not extend it with an extra night away from home? Consider staying at one of these accommodation options near Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport the day before your flight from Shanghai to AKL:
About Auckland Airport (AKL)
Book a hotel close to AKL if you have a late flight from Shanghai to Auckland Airport. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Auckland Airport (AKL) to central Auckland
From Auckland Airport, Auckland is approximately 27 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It'll take around 1 hour and 24 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Auckland Airport (AKL)
Lock in a one-way ticket from Shanghai to Auckland Airport from $372 or travel return from just $818. The prices shown are based on availability and could change when you book.
It's best to book 8 months before takeoff. Flight price data suggests you're more likely to find cheap tickets from Shanghai to AKL then.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Shanghai to Auckland Airport. If you need to travel at a different time of year, use the 'Whole month' search feature to see the lowest prices for each month.
Sign into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll get notified right away if there's an incredible deal on this route. It's easy to do, and it'll save you the hassle of looking for a cheap ticket from Shanghai to AKL every day.
Make the most of the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Shanghai to Auckland Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
The best time to fly from Shanghai to Auckland Airport (AKL)
April is the quietest time of year to travel to Auckland. Alternatively, follow the crowds and visit in July. This is the most popular month for flights from Shanghai to Auckland Airport.
Book your flight from Shanghai to AKL for February if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Auckland to range from 15ºC to 24ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Shanghai to Auckland Airport in July when temperatures average between 9ºC and 14ºC.
More about Auckland
Once you've booked your flight from Shanghai to Auckland Airport, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Auckland:
Sky Tower and Auckland Museum Atrium are just the start of the top attractions to add to your Auckland travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Auckland War Memorial Museum.
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