Travelling from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Shanghai: what you need to know
Shanghai is seven hours ahead of Berlin, where Berlin Brandenburg Airport is located. Shanghai runs on the UTC+8 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to get on your BER to Shanghai flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time such as September? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially unlock a cheaper plane ticket from BER to Shanghai. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Located around 19 kms (12 miles) from the centre of Berlin, BER can be reached in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 35 minutes.
In search of a hotel near BER? If you're catching an early flight from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Shanghai, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Of the departures from Berlin Brandenburg Airport, 77% land on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Shanghai
The best price we've found for a one-way Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Shanghai flight is £293. The cheapest price for a return flight is £472. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from BER to Shanghai, book early. Airlines generally offer lower prices when tickets are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Shanghai across the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
There's no need to keep looking every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you when there's an extra saving on cheap flights from BER to Shanghai.
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Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) is around 48 kms (30 miles) from central Shanghai. If you're getting a taxi or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
It'll take around 50 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Shanghai, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near PVG:
Reserve your vehicle from Shanghai Pudong International Airport a few weeks ahead of your flight from BER to Shanghai. If you're going away during peak season, book even earlier to get the lowest price.
PVG is located at No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
After your flight from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Shanghai has landed, you can get to the city centre in around 30 minutes by car. Central Shanghai is roughly 14 kms (9 miles) from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA).
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 40 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near SHA. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your BER to Shanghai flight:
Get the vehicle you prefer, not just what's left, by booking your ride from SHA in advance. You'll also avoid paying more than you have to, especially during peak travel times.
You'll find Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
Best time to go to Shanghai
February is the most popular month for flights from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Shanghai. To escape the crowds, visit Shanghai in December.
The warmest month in Shanghai is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 34ºC. Book your Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Shanghai plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BER to Shanghai in January when temperatures average between -1ºC and 10ºC.
More about Shanghai
Start your Shanghai trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Shanghai, check out our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Shanghai Tower, Shanghai Museum and The Bund Sightseeing Avenue are highlights which should feature on every Shanghai itinerary.
Explore more of China
You've visited Shanghai, now it's time to discover other parts of China. Journey about 274 kms (170 miles) west to Nanjing to tick off its popular sights. From Nanjing City Wall to Zijin Tower and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Puyang is another favourite destination in China and is around 241 kms (150 miles) southwest of Shanghai. No journey is complete without dropping by Xuanlushan Scenic Area, Xianhua Mountain and Minsheng Flower Sea.