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Estimated Prices for Riyadh to Shanghai Flights

19.870 TL
9.935 TL
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8.717 TL
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Jan
10.539 TL
01Sat
Feb
19.659 TL
02Sun
14.151 TL
03Mon
14.151 TL
04Tue
14.152 TL
05Wed
14.698 TL
06Thu
19.870 TL
07Fri
12.531 TL
08Sat
11.290 TL
09Sun
11.693 TL
10Mon
13.884 TL
11Tue
12.521 TL
12Wed
14.391 TL
13Thu
10.652 TL
14Fri
12.394 TL
15Sat
8.174 TL
16Sun
11.565 TL
17Mon
8.120 TL
18Tue
15.232 TL
19Wed
14.685 TL
20Thu
8.697 TL
21Fri
11.491 TL
22Sat
8.071 TL
23Sun
11.580 TL
24Mon
8.074 TL
25Tue
13.838 TL
26Wed
12.346 TL
27Thu
8.076 TL
28Fri
9.694 TL
01Sat
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Cheapest Riyadh to Shanghai Flight Tickets

Cathay Pacific
2 Mar, Sun
12:45 AM
Riyadh - Shanghai
1 stop
11h 55m
RUH-PVG
Cathay Pacific
25 Feb, Tue
12:45 AM
Riyadh - Shanghai
1 stop
6h 35m
RUH-SHA
China Southern Airlines
1 Mar, Sat
12:30 AM
Riyadh - Shanghai
1 stop
13h 45m
RUH-SHA
Etihad Airways
11 Feb, Tue
11:15 AM
Riyadh - Shanghai
1 stop
17h 40m
RUH-PVG
Emirates
19 Feb, Wed
03:55 AM
Riyadh - Shanghai
2 stop
12h
RUH-SHA
Emirates
13 Feb, Thu
03:55 AM
Riyadh - Shanghai
2 stop
6h 25m
RUH-SHA
Saudi Arabian Airlines
20 Feb, Thu
09:05 AM
Riyadh - Shanghai
2 stop
1h 15m
RUH-SHA
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Popular Airport Shanghai Pudong Intl. Airport
Popular Airlines China Eastern Airlines
Approximate Flight Duration 9 hour
Approximate Travel Distance 7244 Km

Transportation to Airport from Riyadh City Center

King Khalid Intl. Airport

King Khalid International Airport (RUH) is well-connected to Riyadh city center through several transportation options, including taxis, transfer services, and rental cars. The airport is located about 35 kilometers from city center and for those driving their own vehicles, the airport provides parking facilities for both short- and long-term use.

Taxi

Taxis are one of the fastest and most convenient ways to reach King Khalid International Airport as typically takes 25-30 minutes to reach, depending on traffic conditions. They are widely available across Riyadh, and ride-hailing apps like Uber and Careem offer an additional option. Fares range depending on the pickup point and traffic.

Bus Services

Public buses connect the airport to various parts of Riyadh, including the city center. They typically operate during daytime hours, but schedules and routes should be confirmed at the airport information desk. Look for clearly marked bus stops at the arrivals area.

Metro

Riyadh metro system consists of six lines, connecting 85 stations. Line 4, or also known as the Yellow Line, runs from King Khalid International Airport to the King Abdullah Financial District (KAFD). Passengers opting for public transportation can use the metro, as it is available at the airport exits, and tickets can be obtained from machines at the station.

Hotel Shuttles

Many hotels in Riyadh provide transfer services to King Khalid International Airport. These services are convenient, reliable, and often affordable or free of charge, depending on your booking type. Travelers must confirm availability and costs with their hotel during booking. Hotel transfers are ideal for those who prefer a pre-arranged mode of transportation.

Rental Car

For those who prefer to drive themselves, renting a car is a flexible and comfortable alternative. Car rental offices are located throughout Riyadh, offering a variety of vehicles with or without a driver. The journey to the airport takes about 25–30 minutes, depending on traffic conditions. International visitors need a valid international driving license to rent a car in Saudi Arabia.

Transportation to Shanghai City Center from Airport

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl. Airport

Shanghai is the most populated city in China, which is the most populated country in the world. With a population of about 20 million, Shanghai is home to the world’s busiest cargo port, which attracts millions of industrialists, businessmen, and investors to the city every year. Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is located 13 km from the city center, in the Changning district, and handled about 40 million passengers in 2014. The airport is the city’s main domestic airport, serving few international flights to nearby areas.  

Rail

The Shanghai Hongqiao Railway Station is located right next to Terminal 2 at the airport. The station features 2 major lines that run through it, connecting the city with the airport in a very convenient way. Passengers who want to get to the city center from the airport by train need to take Line 2 or Line 10, which take about 19 to 22 minutes to get to the city center.

Airport Bus

Due to its close proximity to the city center accessing Hongqiao Airport by road is very convenient, except during rush hour. To get to the city center from the airport you can use bus line 941 during the day. Bus line 941 provides transportation to the central train station. If you land at night you have to use night bus 316 to get to the city center.

Taxi

The airport is located 13 km from People’s Square in the city center. Therefore most passengers prefer to take a taxi from the airport to the city. The total time can vary depending on the traffic but on average it takes about 30 minutes to get to the city center. Taxis are located by exit number 4 at Terminal 2.  

Rental Car

The fact that the airport is located in such close proximity to the city center and many other areas makes renting a car an attractive alternative. The rental car offices are located in Terminal 2. To get to the city from the airport go south on Hongyu Road and connect to the G50 Expressway, which goes east. This will connect you to the Yan’an Road, which goes directly to the People’s Square, passing by Shanghai Museum and Shanghai Times Square.


Shanghai Pudong Intl. Airport

Located 30 km from the city center, Pudong International Airport is the city’s main international airport. The airport is located in the Pudong district and is an important international hub for Air China.

Rail

Shanghai is an important city in terms of tourism and trade and it features an advanced rail network that continues to evolve. The rail system is an important transportation alternative, providing access to the People’s Square, which is located in the city center, the train station, and the World Trade Center.

You can get to the city center by taking the Maglev train from the airport to Longyang Station. From here transfer to metro line 2, which will take you to the city center. During certain times of the year metro line 2 will extend all the way to the airport, making direct access between the city center and the airport a possibility. Using the rail system you can get to the city center in about an hour and a half.

Bus

Buses aren’t a very popular method of transportation to the city center when you take the changing traffic conditions into consideration. However, buses are a viable transportation alternative if you’re traveling to coastal towns and the surrounding areas. Buses to the city center from the airport can take up to 2 hours. The S1 Yingbin bus is the most commonly used; the bus has a total of 4 stops before reaching the main train station.

Taxi

Taxis are not the most preferred method of transportation due to the heavy traffic conditions in the city. English is not widely spoken in the city so we recommend that you have the name of your destination written down in Chinese handy. Taxis take about 40 minutes to get to the city center; this can vary depending on the traffic.

Rental Car

Renting a car is another alternative to get to the city center from the airport. There are various rental car companies located in the arrivals terminal at the airport. To get to the city center from the airport take Huaxia expressway to the North-South expressway. This will take you over the Huangpu River to People’s Square, and over Wusong River to the main train station.

Weather in Shanghai

DayMin - Max
Friday
rainMin 7ºC - Max 13ºC
Saturday
rainMin 7ºC - Max 11ºC
Sunday
rainMin 6ºC - Max 9ºC
Monday
cloudyMin 3ºC - Max 8ºC
Tuesday
cloudyMin 0ºC - Max 10ºC
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