Travelling from Shanghai to Coimbatore International Airport (CJB): What you need to know
There are a couple of airports you can fly out of in Shanghai. Check out your options leaving from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) or Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) when booking your flight from Shanghai to Coimbatore International Airport (CJB).
Coimbatore is two hours 30 minutes behind Shanghai. Coimbatore International Airport is located in Coimbatore, which runs on the UTC+5:30 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to get on your flight from Shanghai to CJB. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Peak season means busier airports, so be there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to stick to your schedule.
Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Whether you want to discover another city along the way or just take a break, we make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To compare your options taking off from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is a stop you can make when searching for cheap flights from Shanghai to CJB.
The distance from central Shanghai to PVG is around 56 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 50 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Want a hassle-free start to your break? Stay near Shanghai Pudong International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Shanghai to Coimbatore International Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels are just the thing:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Shanghai Pudong International Airport, data shows 78.11% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
You'll find PVG at No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
The drive from central Shanghai to SHA typically takes 20 minutes, depending on traffic conditions. The distance from the city centre to the airport is around 14 kilometres.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Shanghai to CJB flight? Check in to a hotel near Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport before your holiday officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is known for its commitment to punctuality. 85.58% of flights departing here meet their scheduled arrival times without fail.
SHA is located at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
About Coimbatore International Airport (CJB)
Consider staying in a hotel close to CJB if you have a late flight from Shanghai to Coimbatore International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options and say goodnight sooner:
Getting from Coimbatore International Airport (CJB) to central Coimbatore
Coimbatore International Airport is around 10 kilometres from central Coimbatore. How long it'll take to get there by cab or car hire depends on the time of day. Do some research before you go.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Coimbatore International Airport (CJB)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Shanghai to Coimbatore International Airport is ج.م. 10,033. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ج.م. 16,008. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Shanghai to CJB. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
Cheap Shanghai to Coimbatore International Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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Chase down a great fare on a flight from Shanghai to Coimbatore International Airport with the help of the filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'
The best time to fly from Shanghai to Coimbatore International Airport (CJB)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Shanghai to Coimbatore International Airport (CJB). August is the peak month for travel to Coimbatore. If crowds aren't your thing, head there in April.
Book a Shanghai to CJB flight ticket departing in April if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Coimbatore to range from 23ºC to 38ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Shanghai to Coimbatore International Airport in January when temperatures are between 17ºC and 30ºC.
More about Coimbatore
Start your Coimbatore trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Shanghai to Coimbatore International Airport, explore our range of accommodation options including:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Indira Gandhi Wildlife Sanctuary and National Park, Sri Sathya Sai Mandir and Mahatma Gandhi Memorial are attractions you won't want to skip in Coimbatore.
Explore more of India
Coimbatore is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of India just waiting to be explored. Around 225 kilometres north of Coimbatore, a visit to Bengaluru will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like Meenakshi Temple, Museum of Art & Photography and Sri Meenakshi Sundareshwara Temple.
If you're eager to discover another major stop in India, consider Tirunelveli, about 274 kilometres south of Coimbatore. Veda Thavro (Krishnan Temple), Mahadeva Swami Temple and ISKCON Tirunelveli are key reasons to visit.
