Travelling from Shanghai to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV): What you need to know
Start your travel planning by working out where you'll board your flight from Shanghai to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV). Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) and Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) are the two main airports in Shanghai.
Ben Gurion International Airport is located in Tel Aviv. The city follows the UTC+2 timezone and is six hours behind Shanghai.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your flight from Shanghai to TLV. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During peak travel periods, expect longer wait times and be there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a travel break and perhaps even explore another city. When browsing cheap flights from Shanghai to TLV departing from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find all potential stops. Your journey might pause in:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
To get to PVG from central Shanghai, it takes around 50 minutes to drive the 56 kilometres or so.
Want an easy start to your break? Stay near Shanghai Pudong International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Shanghai to Ben Gurion International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Of the flights that depart from Shanghai Pudong International Airport, 78.11% arrive on time at their destination.
You'll find PVG at No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Think about building a stopover into your journey at Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX). It's a key transfer point for flights from Shanghai to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) out of Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport.
SHA is roughly 14 kilometres from central Shanghai. It takes 20 minutes or so to reach the airport driving from the city centre.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before your Shanghai to TLV flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport:
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport has earned its reputation for punctuality. 85.58% of flights leaving here make it to their final destination as planned.
You'll find SHA at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
About Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Shanghai to Ben Gurion International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near TLV:
Grab a Ben Gurion International Airport rental car and discover Tel Aviv and beyond with your own set of wheels. Europcar, Budget and Alamo are popular outlets you can book with here.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Shanghai to Ben Gurion International Airport flight.
Getting from Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) to central Tel Aviv
The centre of Tel Aviv is roughly 14 kilometres from Ben Gurion International Airport. Journey times by car hire or cab will vary based on time of day, so do some research ahead of time.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
ج.م. 15,723 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Shanghai to Ben Gurion International Airport. Return flights start from ج.م. 34,694. These fares can change based on availability.
To pick up cheap flights from Shanghai to TLV, book early. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Shanghai to Ben Gurion International Airport tickets across each month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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Tailor your travel plans using filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Shanghai to Ben Gurion International Airport.
The best time to fly from Shanghai to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
Think about the kind of experience you want when planning the timing of your trip. April is the quietest month to go to Tel Aviv. July is when most people book flights from Shanghai to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV), which may be ideal if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
The warmest month in Tel Aviv is August, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your Shanghai to TLV flight ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees temperatures of between 10ºC and 19ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Shanghai to Ben Gurion International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Tel Aviv
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Tel Aviv right here. Explore these options after you've booked your flight from Shanghai to Ben Gurion International Airport:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to start. Sunset Point Tel Aviv, Hilton Beach and Jaffa Old City are top sights which should feature on any well-planned Tel Aviv itinerary.
Explore more of Israel
Tel Aviv has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Israel waiting to be discovered. About 113 kilometres north of Tel Aviv, a trip to Nahariyya will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like Akhziv Beach, Achziv Sea Reserve and Galei Galil Beach.
Around 274 kilometres south of Tel Aviv, Eilat is another favourite stop in Israel. Start your sightseeing at Paradise Dive Site, Eilat Coral Beach Nature Reserve and The Sisters Dive Site.
