Flying from Barcelona Airport (BCN) to Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Barcelona Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport is 12 hours 30 minutes.
Shanghai's timezone is UTC+8, which makes Shanghai seven hours ahead of Barcelona.
Each week, there are ten Barcelona Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport on time to board your BCN to PVG flight.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
China Eastern is your gateway to exploring Shanghai (and perhaps some other great corners of China!). Browse the direct flights from Barcelona Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport offered by this popular carrier.
The majority of travelers choose to travel with China Eastern on this route.
China Eastern is the most punctual carrier operating BCN to PVG flights, with 79.41% of its services landing on time.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Barcelona Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between BCN and PVG include:
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Rome Fiumicino Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Barcelona Airport (BCN) to Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Barcelona Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport flight is $348. A return plane ticket is currently $601. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Book 11 months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from BCN to PVG.
Organize your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Barcelona Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across each month.
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Lock in the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Barcelona Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Barcelona Airport (BCN)
80% of flights leaving Barcelona Airport arrive at their destination according to schedule. With its impressive on-time stats, disruptions are unlikely when setting off from BCN.
Central Barcelona to Barcelona Airport is approximately 13 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Barcelona Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near BCN:
Arriving at Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Barcelona Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near PVG instead:
Go beyond Shanghai and check out places outside the usual tourist stops with your own set of wheels. You can grab a Shanghai Pudong Airport rental car from Hertz.
Reserve your ride from Shanghai Pudong Airport several weeks before your trip to get the lowest price possible. If you're planning to travel during peak season, it's a smart idea to book even earlier.
Getting from Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG) to central Shanghai
You'll find PVG at No.300 Qihang Road.
From Shanghai Pudong Airport, Shanghai is approximately 48 kilometers away. It takes around 1 hour 5 minutes to drive to the center.
When traveling on public transport, expect a journey of about 50 minutes.
When to fly to Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Barcelona Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport. April is the busiest month to visit Shanghai. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Shanghai is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Lock in your flights from Barcelona Airport to Shanghai Pudong Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BCN to PVG in January. Average temperatures are between -1ºC (30ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) then.
Explore more of China
Shanghai has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of China just waiting to be explored. Around 274 kilometers west of Shanghai, a visit to Nanjing will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Nanjing City Wall, Zijin Tower and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall.
Around 80 kilometers west of Shanghai, Suzhou is another essential stop in China. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Humble Administrator's Garden, Lingering Garden and Pingjiang Road.


