Travelling from Nashville International Airport (BNA) to Shanghai: what you need to know
The timezone in Shanghai is UTC+8. The city is 14 hours ahead of Nashville, where Nashville International Airport is located.
For a relaxed start to your BNA to Shanghai flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it easy to book plane tickets from BNA to Shanghai with a stopover. To see your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Major stopovers include:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
The journey from central Nashville to BNA takes around 45 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 10 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near BNA. Whether you're taking an early flight from Nashville International Airport to Shanghai or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are a convenient choice:
Of the flights that depart from Nashville International Airport, 77% land on schedule at their destination.
You'll find BNA at One Terminal Drive, Suite 501.
How to find the cheapest flights from Nashville International Airport (BNA) to Shanghai
ج.م. 26,577 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Nashville International Airport to Shanghai flight. A round-trip ticket right now is ج.م. 57,506. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to land cheap flights from BNA to Shanghai if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Nashville International Airport to Shanghai across every month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
Picking up a cheap flight from BNA to Shanghai is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic notifications and we'll let you know as soon as a lower fare pops up.
Snag an affordable flight from Nashville International Airport to Shanghai with the help of our filters. Select your preferred times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
The distance from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to central Shanghai is roughly 48 kilometres. It takes about 1 hour 5 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you around 50 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Nashville International Airport to Shanghai, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near PVG:
To lock in the lowest rate, book your ride from Shanghai Pudong International Airport at least a few weeks in advance of your flight from BNA to Shanghai. Prices generally rise as your departure date approaches.
PVG is located at No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Central Shanghai is located around 14 kilometres from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA). Once your flight from Nashville International Airport to Shanghai has touched down and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 30 minutes.
You can expect the trip to take about 40 minutes on public transport.
There are some comfortable places to call home for the night near SHA. Kick back and get cosy after your BNA to Shanghai flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Avoid filling out paperwork at the rental desk by completing your booking beforehand. Secure your ride from SHA ahead of time so you can just collect the keys and drive away.
You can find Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
Best time to go to Shanghai
December is the quietest month for flights from Nashville International Airport to Shanghai, while February is the most popular. Figure out the best time to visit Shanghai based on whether you want a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your Nashville International Airport to Shanghai plane ticket, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. August is the warmest month in Shanghai, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC to 34ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BNA to Shanghai in January when temperatures average between -1ºC and 10ºC.
More about Shanghai
Once you've booked your flight from Nashville International 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:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Shanghai Tower, Shanghai Museum and The Bund Sightseeing Avenue are top attractions which should feature on any well-planned Shanghai itinerary.
Explore more of China
Nanjing is just one of the many places in China waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Shanghai. Around 274 kilometres away to the west, popular attractions include Nanjing City Wall, Zijin Tower and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in China, head for Puyang, roughly 241 kilometres southwest of Shanghai. Xuanlushan Scenic Area, Xianhua Mountain and Minsheng Flower Sea are key highlights.
