Travelling from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG): what you need to know
Around 11 hours 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Brussels Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport.
Shanghai's timezone is UTC+8, making Shanghai seven hours ahead of Brussels.
You can choose from eight weekly Brussels Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport flights. The 11:00 departure with Hainan Airlines is the earliest flight you can take. Juneyao Airlines operates the last service of the day at 12:05.
Give yourself enough time to catch your BRU to PVG flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Juneyao Airlines has direct flights from Brussels Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Shanghai — and maybe even more of China if your schedule allows.
Most travellers choose to travel with Juneyao Airlines on this route.
With 77.14% of services landing on schedule, Hainan Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating BRU to PVG flights.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Brussels Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between BRU and PVG include:
Frankfurt Airport
Beijing Capital International Airport
Copenhagen Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
$578 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Brussels Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport flight. Return flights start at $742. These fares may change based on availability.
Book six months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from BRU to PVG.
The cheapest month for flights from Brussels Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from BRU to PVG.
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Handy information about Brussels Airport (BRU)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Brussels Airport, data shows 71.97% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Central Brussels to Brussels Airport is approximately 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Have an early flight from Brussels Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near BRU:
Arriving at Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
If you're getting in on a late Brussels Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these options near PVG:
Go beyond Shanghai and explore places that don't always get the spotlight with your own set of wheels. You can pick up a Shanghai Pudong International Airport rental car from Hertz.
To get the best possible deal, reserve your ride from Shanghai Pudong International Airport at least a couple of weeks ahead. Prices generally rise closer to your travel date.
Getting from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to central Shanghai
PVG is located at No.300 Qihang Road.
From Shanghai Pudong International Airport, Shanghai is approximately 56 kilometres away. It takes around 50 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When to fly to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Brussels Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport. April is the most popular month to head to Shanghai. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Shanghai is August, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Book your flights from Brussels Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Search for cheap tickets from BRU to PVG sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
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 must-visit sights. From Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum to Nanjing City Wall and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're looking to explore another great destination in China, head for Suzhou, roughly 80 kilometres west of Shanghai. Lotus Peak, Tianpingshan and Shangfang Tower are among the biggest draws.