Traveling from Busan Gimhae International Airport (PUS) to Shanghai: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 1 hour 50 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from Busan Gimhae International Airport to Shanghai.
Busan Gimhae International Airport is located in Busan. Following the UTC+8 timezone, Shanghai is one hour behind Busan.
There are 32 services a week between Busan Gimhae International Airport (PUS) and Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG). This is the most popular flight route.
Leave enough time to catch your PUS to Shanghai flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months like February. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
You can book a direct Busan Gimhae International Airport to Shanghai ticket. Start your journey at PUS and end it at Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG).
These are some of the well-known airlines operating direct flights from Busan Gimhae International Airport to Shanghai:
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your plane ticket from PUS to Shanghai. All you need to do is deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Give yourself a breather (and maybe even a better deal) by stopping at one of these connecting airports:
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
The journey from central Busan to PUS takes around 45 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometers in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a stress-free start to your vacation? Stay near PUS. Whether you're taking an early flight from Busan Gimhae International Airport to Shanghai or just don't like being rushed, these hotels put convenience first:
When it comes to Busan Gimhae International Airport's on-time performance, 79% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Busan Gimhae International Airport (PUS) to Shanghai
$87 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Busan Gimhae International Airport to Shanghai flight. A return plane ticket right now is $177. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Book 11 months before you want to travel. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from PUS 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 48 kilometers. It'll take you about 1 hour 5 minutes to reach the center driving.
Getting to the center by public transport will take you around 50 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel close to PVG if you're coming in on a late flight from Busan Gimhae International Airport to Shanghai. Settle into one of these options and make arrival day easier:
Boost your chances of snagging the best possible rate by booking early. Reserving your ride from Shanghai Pudong International Airport at least a few weeks ahead of your flight from PUS to Shanghai is a smart move.
The street address for PVG is No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) is about 14 kilometers from the center of Shanghai. Once you've disembarked your flight from Busan Gimhae International Airport to Shanghai, it'll take you around 30 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the journey will take you 40 minutes or so.
There are some comfortable places to park your luggage (and yourself) near SHA. Kick back and get cozy after your PUS to Shanghai flight at any of these well-located options:
In general, the earlier you book, the bigger the savings and variety of vehicles. Lock in your ride from SHA the moment you know your dates.
You can find Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
Best time to go to Shanghai
February is the busiest month for flights from Busan Gimhae International Airport to Shanghai. To skip the crowds, head to Shanghai in December.
Lock in a Busan Gimhae International Airport to Shanghai plane ticket with a departure in August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 23ºC (73ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from PUS to Shanghai in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) on average.
More about Shanghai
After booking your flight from Busan Gimhae International Airport to Shanghai, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Shanghai:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Shanghai Tower, Shanghai Museum and The Bund Sightseeing Avenue are popular attractions which should be on any well-planned Shanghai itinerary.
Explore more of China
Nanjing is just one of the many places in China waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Shanghai. Around 274 kilometers away to the west, well-known attractions include Nanjing City Wall, Zijin Tower and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall.
If you're eager to discover another well-known destination in China, consider Puyang, roughly 241 kilometers southwest of Shanghai. Xuanlushan Scenic Area, Xianhua Mountain and Minsheng Flower Sea are the start of reasons to visit.