Traveling from Valencia Airport (VLC) to Shanghai: what you need to know
The timezone in Shanghai is UTC+8. The city is seven hours ahead of Valencia, where Valencia Airport is located.
To avoid missing your VLC to Shanghai flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months like June, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during high season in general.
The journey from central Valencia to VLC takes around 30 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 10 kilometers in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a leisurely start to your vacation? Stay near VLC. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Valencia Airport to Shanghai or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are a convenient choice:
Valencia Airport gets top marks for its on-time performance. 81% of flights that depart VLC arrive at their destination as scheduled.
How to find the cheapest flights from Valencia Airport (VLC) to Shanghai
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Valencia Airport to Shanghai flight is $389. The cheapest price for a return flight is $649. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from VLC to Shanghai, book as early as possible. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Valencia Airport to Shanghai across the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from VLC to Shanghai by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
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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 takes about 1 hour 5 minutes to get to the center driving.
Traveling to the center on public transport takes about 50 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel near PVG if you have a late flight from Valencia Airport to Shanghai. Select one of these accommodation options and make arrival day easier:
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Shanghai Pudong International Airport a few weeks ahead of your flight from VLC to Shanghai. Prices usually increase closer to the day of travel.
PVG is located at No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) is roughly 14 kilometers from the center of Shanghai. Once you've hopped off your flight from Valencia Airport to Shanghai, it'll take you around 30 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
You can expect the journey to take about 40 minutes on public transport.
There are some great places to call home for the night near SHA. Kick back and get cozy after your VLC to Shanghai flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Avoid filling out paperwork at the rental desk by having everything prearranged. Reserve your ride from SHA ahead of time so you can simply grab the keys and get going.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport can be found at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
Best time to go to Shanghai
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Valencia Airport to Shanghai. February is the most popular month for a trip to Shanghai. If you like a quieter atmosphere, go in December.
The warmest month in Shanghai is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Lock in your Valencia Airport to Shanghai plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Look for cheap tickets from VLC to Shanghai in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) on average.
More about Shanghai
Start your Shanghai trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Valencia Airport to Shanghai, check out our selection of hotels including:
Shanghai Tower and Shanghai Museum are a couple of leading attractions to put on your Shanghai to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out The Bund Sightseeing Avenue.
Explore more of China
Shanghai is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of China waiting to be explored. Around 274 kilometers west of Shanghai, a visit to Nanjing will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like Nanjing City Wall, Zijin Tower and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall.
Around 241 kilometers southwest of Shanghai, Puyang is another essential stop in China. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Xuanlushan Scenic Area, Xianhua Mountain and Minsheng Flower Sea.