Flying from Vadodara Airport (BDQ) to Shanghai: what you need to know
Shanghai is two hours 30 minutes ahead of Vadodara, where Vadodara Airport is located. Shanghai observes the UTC+8 timezone.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your BDQ to Shanghai flight.
During popular months like July, 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 international flights whenever you're travelling during high season in general.
Located around 5 kilometres from the centre of Vadodara, BDQ can be reached in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 2 hours 10 minutes.
Searching for a hotel near BDQ? If you've booked an early flight from Vadodara Airport to Shanghai, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
When it comes to Vadodara Airport's on-time performance, data shows 70.74% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vadodara Airport (BDQ) to Shanghai
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Vadodara Airport to Shanghai flight is $314. The cheapest price for a return flight is $685. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from BDQ to Shanghai, book early. Airlines usually offer lower fares when tickets are first released.
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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 56 kilometres. It'll take you around 50 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Vadodara Airport to Shanghai, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near PVG:
Enjoy the freedom to roam with a Shanghai Pudong International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Hertz to explore Shanghai and beyond.
Reserve your vehicle from Shanghai Pudong International Airport a few weeks ahead of your flight from BDQ to Shanghai. If you're travelling during a peak period, book even earlier to secure the best deal.
You'll find PVG at No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Once your flight from Vadodara Airport to Shanghai has hit the runway, you can get to the city centre in about 20 minutes by car. Central Shanghai is roughly 14 kilometres from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA).
There are some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near SHA. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your BDQ to Shanghai flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Why be tied to someone else's timetable? Grab a Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport rental car and call the shots on your own adventure. Reserve your wheels here with Hertz.
Lock in the vehicle you want, not just whatever's left, by reserving your ride from SHA ahead of time. You can also avoid last-minute price hikes, especially when demand is high.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is located at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
Best time to go to Shanghai
Travel to Shanghai in peak season if you prefer a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Vadodara Airport to Shanghai during low season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
Before locking in your Vadodara Airport to Shanghai plane ticket, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Shanghai, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from BDQ to Shanghai around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Shanghai
After booking your flight from Vadodara Airport to Shanghai, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Shanghai:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Yu Garden, The Bund Sightseeing Avenue and Shanghai Tower are must-visits when exploring Shanghai.
Explore more of China
You've done Shanghai, now it's time to discover other parts of China. Journey around 274 kilometres west to Nanjing to check off its leading attractions. From Nanjing City Wall to Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall and Xuanwu Lake, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Puyang is another well-known destination in China and is around 241 kilometres south-west of Shanghai. No journey is complete without seeing Denggao Lansheng Building, Baozhang Yougu Scenic Area and 元宝山探险乐园.
