Flying from St. John's International Airport (YYT) to Shanghai: what you need to know
Shanghai is ten hours 30 minutes ahead of St John's, where St. John's International Airport is located. Shanghai observes the UTC+8 timezone.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your YYT to Shanghai flight.
Traveling during a peak time like August? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Located around 6 kilometers from the center of St John's, YYT can be reached in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour.
Want an easy start to your vacation? Stay near YYT. Whether you have an early flight from St. John's International Airport to Shanghai or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are all about convenience:
62.67% of flights taking off from St. John's International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from St. John's International Airport (YYT) to Shanghai
$759 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way St. John's International Airport to Shanghai flight. A round-trip flight ticket right now is $1,710. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from YYT to Shanghai. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from St. John's International Airport to Shanghai across the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
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Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) is around 56 kilometers from central Shanghai. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 50 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel close to PVG if you're coming in on a late flight from St. John's International Airport to Shanghai. Settle into one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about rest:
Enjoy the freedom to roam with a Shanghai Pudong International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Hertz to explore beyond Shanghai's usual tourist stops.
To lock in the lowest rate, reserve your vehicle from Shanghai Pudong International Airport a few weeks ahead of your flight from YYT to Shanghai. Prices generally rise closer to your date of travel.
You'll find PVG at No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
After your flight from St. John's International Airport to Shanghai has hit the runway, you can make your way to the city center in around 20 minutes by car. Central Shanghai is roughly 14 kilometers from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA).
Following your YYT to Shanghai flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel near SHA. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Why run on someone else's schedule? Grab a Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport rental car and call the shots on your own adventure. Reserve a set of wheels here with Hertz.
Avoid filling out forms at the rental desk by having everything prearranged. Reserve your ride from SHA ahead of time so you can just grab the keys and go.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is located at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
Best time to go to Shanghai
Plan your trip to Shanghai during high season if you want a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book flights from St. John's International Airport to Shanghai in the off-season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
The warmest month in Shanghai is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Book your St. John's International Airport to Shanghai flight ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Look for cheap tickets from YYT to Shanghai in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) on average.
More about Shanghai
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Shanghai right here. Check out these hotels once you've locked in your flight from St. John's International Airport to Shanghai:
Every great vacation has to include a little sightseeing. Yu Garden, The Bund Sightseeing Avenue and Shanghai Tower are must-visits when exploring Shanghai.
Explore more of China
Nanjing is just one of the many places in China waiting to be explored after you've seen Shanghai. Around 274 kilometers away to the west, check out popular attractions including Nanjing City Wall, Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall and Xuanwu Lake.
If there's time to check out another great destination in China, consider Puyang, roughly 241 kilometers south-west of Shanghai. Denggao Lansheng Building, Baozhang Yougu Scenic Area and 元宝山探险乐园 are the start of reasons to visit.
