Travelling from Shanghai to Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH): What you need to know
Planning your trip starts with figuring out where you'll fly out of in Shanghai. Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) is the city's main base, so check out your options for booking a flight from Shanghai to Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH) leaving from here.
9 hours 45 minutes is the average travel time for a direct Shanghai to Doha Hamad International Airport flight.
Doha Hamad International Airport is located in Doha. The city operates on the UTC+3 timezone and is five hours behind Shanghai.
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH) is the most popular route, with 8 direct services each week. Travel from PVG to DOH on Qatar Airways's 12:35am flight.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Shanghai to DOH. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to skip the mad dash to your gate.
Popular months like February or other peak periods mean longer lines and potential delays. Get a head start by getting to the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Get to your destination in one go from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG). Direct flights from Shanghai to Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH) can be booked from here.
When taking off from PVG, you can catch a direct flight from Shanghai to Doha Hamad International Airport with Qatar Airways.
The majority of passengers prefer to fly with Qatar Airways from PVG to DOH.
Qatar Airways is the most punctual carrier on this route, with 78.3% of its services arriving as scheduled.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and perhaps even tour another city. When searching for cheap flights from Shanghai to DOH leaving from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find all potential stops. Popular options include:
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Hanoi Noi Bai International Airport (HAN)
Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH)
Located around 48 kms (30 miles) from central Shanghai, PVG can be reached in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your travels? Stay near Shanghai Pudong International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Shanghai to Doha Hamad International Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels are just the thing:
82% of flights leaving Shanghai Pudong International Airport land at their destination as planned. Given its strong on-time performance, disruptions are unlikely when taking off from PVG.
PVG is located at No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Check a new destination off your list or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Shanghai to Doha Hamad International Airport, check out these options when leaving from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport:
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport (CKG)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
SHA is around 14 kms (9 miles) from central Shanghai. It'll take you 30 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before your Shanghai to DOH flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport:
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport has a reputation for reliability and timeliness. 85% of flights taking off from here land when expected.
The street address for SHA is 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
About Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Consider booking a hotel near DOH if you have a late flight from Shanghai to Doha Hamad International Airport. Check in to one of these options and be under the covers in no time flat:
Booking your ride around one week in advance of your Shanghai to Doha Hamad International Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
Getting from Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH) to central Doha
Central Doha is around 19 kms (12 miles) from Doha Hamad International Airport and takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. Work out your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)
£199 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Shanghai to Doha Hamad International Airport. Return flights start at £298. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Shanghai to DOH if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when searching for your Shanghai to Doha Hamad International Airport ticket.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know when a better deal is available on plane tickets from Shanghai to DOH.
Tailor your travel plans using filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Shanghai to Doha Hamad International Airport.
The best time to fly from Shanghai to Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)
January is the busiest month for flights from Shanghai to Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH). Visit Doha in May for a more low-key escape.
When booking your Shanghai to DOH plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Doha, with temperatures ranging from 31ºC to 42ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Shanghai to Doha Hamad International Airport in January when temperatures are between 14ºC and 23ºC.
More about Doha
After booking your flight from Shanghai to Doha Hamad International Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these options your base for exploring Doha:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be hard to work out where to start. Museum of Islamic Art, Souq waqif and Souq Waqif are popular attractions which should be on any good Doha itinerary.