Flying from Venice to Shanghai: what you need to know
There are two main airports you can fly out of in Venice. Check out your options departing from Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) or Treviso Airport (TSF) when reserving your flight from Venice to Shanghai.
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) and Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) are Shanghai's primary hubs.
Leave plenty of time to catch your flight from Venice to Shanghai. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
You will need a visa for China if you hold a passport from Italy and are visiting for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements can change. So before booking your cheap flights from Venice to Shanghai, check with your airline as well as the destination country's local embassy or consulate for the most up-to-date information.
Flying from Venice
Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE)
VCE is about 14 kilometers from central Venice. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take you 18 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be approximately 46 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel close to Venice Marco Polo Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Venice to Shanghai, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
Treviso Airport (TSF)
TSF is around 40 kilometers from central Venice. It'll take 35 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city center. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour and 13 minutes.
Start your vacation sooner with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Venice to Shanghai, unwind in one of these hotels close to Treviso Airport:
Arriving in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to central Shanghai takes around 49 minutes by car. It's approximately 56 kilometers away.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Venice to Shanghai, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near PVG:
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) is roughly 14 kilometers from the center of Shanghai. Once you've disembarked your flight from Venice to Shanghai, allow for a drive time of approximately 21 minutes to reach the heart of the city.
You'll find some cozy hotels to call home for the night near SHA. Unwind after your flight from Venice to Shanghai at any of these perfectly located options:
How to find the cheapest flights from Venice to Shanghai
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Venice to Shanghai is $294. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $555. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from Venice to Shanghai. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the departure date.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest tickets from Venice to Shanghai throughout the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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Use filters to tailor your flights from Venice to Shanghai. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals.
Best time to go to Shanghai
July is the busiest month for flights from Venice to Shanghai. To travel when it's less crowded, visit Shanghai in April.
The warmest month in Shanghai is August, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC and 34ºC. Book your flights from Venice to Shanghai in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
January has average temperatures of between -1ºC and 10ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Venice to Shanghai sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Shanghai
Once you've booked your flight from Venice to Shanghai, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Shanghai:
The Bund Sightseeing Avenue and Yu Garden are just the start of the big attractions to add to your Shanghai itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Shanghai Tower.
Complete your Shanghai trip with a car rental
Browse our lineup of car rentals once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flight from Venice to Shanghai. Whether you're after an SUV, a compact ride or even something that'll turn heads, you can compare companies in one go to find the best deal.
