Flying from Bahrain International Airport (BAH) to Shanghai: what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Bahrain International Airport to Shanghai and you'll be travelling for an average of 10 hours 10 minutes.
The timezone in Shanghai is UTC+8. The city is five hours ahead of Manama, where Bahrain International Airport is located.
Bahrain International Airport (BAH) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) is the most popular route, with four weekly flights to choose from. You can fly from BAH to PVG at 21:30 with Gulf Air.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to board your BAH to Shanghai flight.
If you're jetting off during a major holiday or another peak period, allow extra time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
Direct Bahrain International Airport to Shanghai tickets are available for booking. Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) is where you'll arrive.
Book your seat with Gulf Air. This popular airline operates direct flights from Bahrain International Airport to Shanghai.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your flight ticket from BAH to Shanghai. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
Located around 6 kilometres from the centre of Manama, BAH can be reached in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Travelling on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Searching for a hotel close to BAH? If you've booked an early flight from Bahrain International Airport to Shanghai, these stays put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
Bahrain International Airport gets high marks for on-time performance. 85.53% of flights that take off from BAH land on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bahrain International Airport (BAH) to Shanghai
ج.م. 13,676 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Bahrain International Airport to Shanghai flight. A return flight ticket right now is ج.م. 23,707. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap flights from BAH to Shanghai, book in advance. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights first go on sale.
Landing cheap tickets from Bahrain International Airport to Shanghai is easier if you're flexible with your dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to access the lowest fares across every month and land an epic deal.
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Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to the centre of Shanghai takes about 50 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 56 kilometres away.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Bahrain International Airport to Shanghai, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near PVG:
Start your adventure sooner with a Shanghai Pudong International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Hertz to explore beyond Shanghai's usual tourist stops.
Increase your likelihood of snagging the lowest price by booking early. Reserving your vehicle from Shanghai Pudong International Airport at least a few weeks ahead of your flight from BAH to Shanghai is a smart idea.
PVG is located at No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Once your flight from Bahrain International Airport to Shanghai has landed, you can make your way to the city centre in about 20 minutes by car. Central Shanghai is roughly 14 kilometres from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA).
You'll find some comfortable places to drop your things at near SHA. Unwind and get cosy after your BAH to Shanghai flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Crank up the tunes and hit the open road in a Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Hertz and drive off without missing a beat.
Avoid the slow-moving lines and paperwork at the rental desk by having everything prearranged. Reserve your ride from SHA in advance so you can just grab the keys and get going.
The address for Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
Best time to go to Shanghai
Plan your trip to Shanghai during the high season if you like a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Bahrain International Airport to Shanghai during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
The warmest month in Shanghai is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 34ºC. Lock in your Bahrain International Airport to Shanghai flight ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BAH to Shanghai in January when temperatures average between -1ºC and 10ºC.
More about Shanghai
After booking your flight from Bahrain International Airport to Shanghai, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Shanghai:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Yu Garden, The Bund Sightseeing Avenue and Shanghai Tower are essential stops on your Shanghai itinerary.
Explore more of China
Shanghai is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of China just waiting to be explored. Around 274 kilometres west of Shanghai, a trip to Nanjing will keep you busy. Start with attractions like Nanjing City Wall, Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall and Xuanwu Lake.
If there's time to check out another major stop in China, consider Puyang, roughly 241 kilometres south-west of Shanghai. Denggao Lansheng Building, Baozhang Yougu Scenic Area and 元宝山探险乐园 are highlights.