Traveling from Shanghai to Savannah/Hilton Head Airport (SAV): What you need to know
There are a couple of airports you can take off from in Shanghai. Explore your options leaving from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) or Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) when organizing your flight from Shanghai to Savannah/Hilton Head Airport (SAV).
Savannah is 12 hours behind Shanghai. Savannah/Hilton Head Airport is located in Savannah, which follows the UTC-4 timezone.
To ensure you get on your flight from Shanghai to SAV, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Longer lines at security and check-in are likely if you're jetting off during high season, so allow even more breathing space. The recommendation for peak times? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a travel break and possibly even tour another city. When browsing cheap flights from Shanghai to SAV leaving from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to discover where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
The distance from central Shanghai to PVG is around 56 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 50 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Catching an early flight from Shanghai to Savannah/Hilton Head Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to Shanghai Pudong International Airport:
Of all flights leaving Shanghai Pudong International Airport, 78.11% arrive on time at their destination.
PVG is located at No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Depending on road traffic, you can drive to SHA from the center of Shanghai in about 20 minutes. The airport is roughly 14 kilometers away.
Catching an early morning flight? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport the day before your Shanghai to SAV flight:
Flights from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport have a track record for punctuality, with 85.58% of them arriving as expected.
You'll find SHA at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
About Savannah/Hilton Head Airport (SAV)
Consider staying in a hotel close to SAV if you have a late flight from Shanghai to Savannah/Hilton Head Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and end the night sooner:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Savannah/Hilton Head Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Alamo, Avis or Budget and see more of Savannah and beyond.
Booking your ride around one week ahead of your Shanghai to Savannah/Hilton Head Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
SAV is located at 400 Airways Avenue.
Getting from Savannah/Hilton Head Airport (SAV) to central Savannah
Savannah/Hilton Head Airport is roughly 11 kilometers from central Savannah. How long it takes to get to the center in a car rental or cab will depend on the time of day. Do a little research beforehand.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Savannah/Hilton Head Airport (SAV)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Shanghai to Savannah/Hilton Head Airport is $656. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $1,403. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To find cheap flights from Shanghai to SAV, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest Shanghai to Savannah/Hilton Head Airport tickets across the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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The best time to fly from Shanghai to Savannah/Hilton Head Airport (SAV)
July is the most popular month for flights from Shanghai to Savannah/Hilton Head Airport (SAV). Visit Savannah in February for a more laid-back experience.
Before locking in your Shanghai to SAV plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Savannah, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Shanghai to Savannah/Hilton Head Airport in January if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 3ºC (37ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF).
More about Savannah
Start your Savannah trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Shanghai to Savannah/Hilton Head Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:
There are plenty of things to do in Savannah when you're ready to go sightseeing. Kick off your exploring at Historic District of Savannah followed by Savannah River and Forsyth Park.
Explore more of the United States
Savannah has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of the United States just waiting to be explored. About 209 kilometers south of Savannah, a trip to Jacksonville will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like St. John's Cathedral, San Marco Historic District and Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville.
If you want to check out another side of the United States, consider Columbia, roughly 209 kilometers north of Savannah. African American History Monument, Martin Luther King Jr. Park and 701 Center for Contmporary Art are among the biggest draws.