Flying from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU) to Shanghai: what you need to know
The timezone in Shanghai is UTC+8. The city is 2 hours 30 minutes ahead of Kolkata, where Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport is located.
To ensure you catch your flight from CCU to Shanghai, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling during a popular month like July? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a piece of cake to plan a flight from CCU to Shanghai that includes a stopover. To see all the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers include:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
To enter China for tourism purposes, you will need an embassy visa if you have a passport from India. However, visa rules can change and other documentation may be needed depending on the purpose and duration of your stay. Always check the latest guidelines before reserving your cheap ticket from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Shanghai.
Travelling from central Kolkata to CCU takes about 57 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 16 kilometres in 40 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Booked an early flight from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Shanghai? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near CCU:
How to find the cheapest flights from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU) to Shanghai
ج.م. 10,300 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Shanghai. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ج.م. 21,834. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
It's usually best to book early if you're looking for cheap flight tickets from CCU to Shanghai. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, make the most of the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when searching for your ticket from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Shanghai.
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Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to central Shanghai is approximately 56 kilometres. It takes around 49 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Consider staying in a hotel close to PVG if you're taking a late flight from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Shanghai. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Once your flight from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Shanghai has hit the runway, you can make your way to the city centre in about 21 minutes by car. Central Shanghai is roughly 14 kilometres from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA).
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel near SHA. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your flight from CCU to Shanghai:
Best time to go to Shanghai
July is the busiest month for flights from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Shanghai. To avoid the crowds, travel to Shanghai in April when it's quieter.
Book your flight from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Shanghai for August to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 23ºC to 34ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -1ºC and 10ºC. Look for cheap flights from CCU to Shanghai sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Shanghai
Start your Shanghai trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Shanghai, browse our range of hotels including:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. The Bund Sightseeing Avenue, Yu Garden and Shanghai Tower are must-do's during your Shanghai adventure.
Complete your Shanghai trip with a car rental
Finding you a cheap flight from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Shanghai isn't the only trick up our sleeve. Check out our car rentals in Shanghai and explore the city on your own terms. We search for deals from trusted car rental companies and put them all in one place. You can instantly compare rates and then book with no fees.
