Flying from Shanghai to Phu Quoc International Airport (PQC): What you need to know
Phu Quoc is one hour behind Shanghai. Phu Quoc International Airport is located in Phu Quoc, which runs on the UTC+7 timezone.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your flight from Shanghai to PQC.
Head to the airport even earlier during popular months like February. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and up to four hours for international journeys. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to finalize your plans or simply relax.
Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Shanghai to PQC. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG). Break up your trip (and maybe get a better deal) by stopping at one of these airports:
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
Hanoi Noi Bai International Airport (HAN)
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 will take roughly 50 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Shanghai to Phu Quoc International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near Shanghai Pudong International Airport:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport has an excellent on-time record, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from PVG land on schedule 82% of the time.
PVG is located at No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Work a stopover into your journey at Hong Kong International Airport (HKG). It's a key transfer point for flights from Shanghai to Phu Quoc International Airport (PQC) out of Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport.
SHA is about 14 kms (9 miles) from central Shanghai. It'll take you 30 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your Shanghai to PQC flight? Kick back in a hotel near Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport before your break officially begins. These stays have a room with your name on it:
Most flights that leave Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport land at their destination right on cue. It maintains a strong on-time performance rate of 85%.
The address for SHA is 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
About Phu Quoc International Airport (PQC)
Have a late flight from Shanghai to Phu Quoc International Airport? Don't let your travel day stretch into tomorrow. Check in to one of these hotels near PQC and hit the lights earlier:
Getting from Phu Quoc International Airport (PQC) to central Phu Quoc
Phu Quoc International Airport is around 11 kms (7 miles) from the centre of Phu Quoc. It takes around 20 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
Travelling on public transport will take you around 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Phu Quoc International Airport (PQC)
£93 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Shanghai to Phu Quoc International Airport. Return flights start at £187. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Shanghai to PQC if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
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The best time to fly from Shanghai to Phu Quoc International Airport (PQC)
February is when most people book flights from Shanghai to Phu Quoc International Airport (PQC). Visit Phu Quoc in December for a more low-key escape.
Lock in a Shanghai to PQC plane ticket departing in May if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Phu Quoc to range from 26ºC to 31ºC.
January sees temperatures of between 23ºC and 29ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Shanghai to Phu Quoc International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Phu Quoc
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Phu Quoc right here. Explore these options after you've booked your flight from Shanghai to Phu Quoc International Airport:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be hard to figure out where to start. Starfish Beach, Phu Quoc Beach and Vườn Quốc Gia Phú Quốc are top sights which should be on any well-planned Phu Quoc itinerary.
Explore more of Vietnam
Can Tho is just one of the many places in Vietnam waiting to be discovered after you've seen Phu Quoc. Around 193 kms (120 miles) away to the east, top sights here include Cai Rang Floating Market, Chợ nổi and Chợ Nổi Cái Răng.
Time for another stop? Set out for Can Giuoc. It's roughly 290 kms (180 miles) east of Phu Quoc and home to highlights like Can-Giuoc Cao Dai Temple.