Traveling from Shanghai to Noi Bai International Airport (HAN): What you need to know
Shanghai is home to two main airports where you can kick off your travels. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Shanghai to Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) departing from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) or Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA).
Around 3 hours 40 minutes is the typical travel time on a direct Shanghai to Noi Bai International Airport flight.
Noi Bai International Airport is located in Hanoi. The city is in the UTC+7 timezone and is one hour behind Shanghai.
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) is the most popular route. There are 36 direct weekly departures to choose from. If you have plans before you fly, hop on the last flight with Juneyao Airlines at 11:15pm. Choose the first PVG to HAN departure operated by Air China at 8:40am if you want to get going earlier.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your flight from Shanghai to HAN. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're heading away during a major holiday or other peak period, give yourself more time. Get there two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from Shanghai to Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) leave from this terminal.
At PVG, there's a variety of airlines operating direct flights from Shanghai to Noi Bai International Airport, such as:
The majority of passengers choose to fly with China Eastern Airlines between PVG and HAN.
Vietnam Airlines is the top performer for punctuality on this route.
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Shanghai to HAN. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG). Take a break from traveling at one of these airports:
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)
Macau International Airport (MFM)
The distance from central Shanghai to PVG is around 35 miles. Depending on traffic conditions, it'll take about 50 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Searching for a comfortable hotel close to Shanghai Pudong International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Shanghai to Noi Bai International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping just around the corner from the terminal:
78.11% of flights departing from Shanghai Pudong International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
You'll find PVG at No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Turn your flight into part of the adventure with a stopover on your flight from Shanghai to Noi Bai International Airport. Check out these connections between Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport and HAN:
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)
Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN)
Driving from central Shanghai to SHA generally takes 20 minutes, depending on traffic conditions. The distance from the city center to the airport is around 9 miles.
Get your vacation started early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Shanghai to HAN flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport:
The majority of flights that depart Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport make it to their destination on schedule. It boasts an on-time performance rate of 85.58%.
SHA is located at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
About Noi Bai International Airport (HAN)
Have a late flight from Shanghai to Noi Bai International Airport? Don't let it rob you of real rest. Stay at one of these hotels near HAN and give yourself a well-earned lights-out:
Getting from Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) to central Hanoi
Noi Bai International Airport to central Hanoi is around 13 miles. If you're taking a cab or renting a car, do some research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times will vary depending on traffic and the time of day.
When traveling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 55 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Noi Bai International Airport (HAN)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Shanghai to Noi Bai International Airport is $63. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $156. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Shanghai to HAN. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
Affordable Shanghai to Noi Bai 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 every month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Shanghai to Noi Bai International Airport (HAN)
It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from Shanghai to Noi Bai International Airport (HAN). July is the busiest month to visit Hanoi. If crowds aren't your thing, think about going in April.
The warmest month in Hanoi is June, with temperatures ranging between 77ºF and 97ºF. Lock in your Shanghai to HAN plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
January sees temperatures of between 50ºF and 72ºF. Look for cheap tickets from Shanghai to Noi Bai International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Hanoi
Start your Hanoi trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Shanghai to Noi Bai International Airport, explore our range of hotels including:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, Hanoi Street Foods and Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre are essential stops on your Hanoi itinerary.
Explore more of Vietnam
You've visited Hanoi, now it's time to discover other corners of Vietnam. Journey around 140 miles east to Móng Cái to check off its must-visit sights. From Baĩ biển Trà Cổ to Tra Co beach and Biển Trà cổ, Móng Cái, Quảng Ninh, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 80 miles south of Hanoi, Bỉm Sơn is another essential stop in Vietnam. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Quang Khanh Pagoda, Thung lũng xanh and Di Tích Lịch Sử Động Cửa Buồng.