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Cheapest flights from Riyadh to Shanghai

China Southern Airlines
24 Mar, Tue
12:05 AM
Riyadh - Shanghai
1 stop
8h 5m
RUH-PVG
China Southern Airlines
26 Apr, Sun
12:30 AM
Riyadh - Shanghai
1 stop
6h 45m
RUH-PVG
China Southern Airlines
31 Mar, Tue
12:10 AM
Riyadh - Shanghai
1 stop
15h 20m
RUH-PVG
China Southern Airlines
15 Mar, Sun
12:30 AM
Riyadh - Shanghai
1 stop
13h
RUH-PVG
China Southern Airlines
23 Mar, Mon
12:05 AM
Riyadh - Shanghai
1 stop
8h 5m
RUH-PVG
Air China
16 Apr, Thu
10:55 PM
Riyadh - Shanghai
1 stop
18h 45m
RUH-PVG
China Southern Airlines
12 Apr, Sun
12:30 AM
Riyadh - Shanghai
2 stop
19h 45m
RUH-PVG
China Southern Airlines
9 Apr, Thu
12:05 AM
Riyadh - Shanghai
1 stop
7h 50m
RUH-PVG
China Southern Airlines
19 Apr, Sun
12:30 AM
Riyadh - Shanghai
1 stop
6h 45m
RUH-PVG
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Estimated Prices for Riyadh to Shanghai Flights

SAR 4.552
SAR 720
SAR 1.656
14Sat
Mar
SAR 4.552
15Sun
SAR 3.619
16Mon
SAR 3.492
17Tue
SAR 3.428
18Wed
SAR 2.887
19Thu
SAR 2.887
20Fri
SAR 2.981
21Sat
SAR 2.627
22Sun
SAR 2.039
23Mon
SAR 1.026
24Tue
SAR 2.011
25Wed
SAR 1.714
26Thu
SAR 2.031
27Fri
SAR 969
28Sat
SAR 1.559
29Sun
SAR 1.544
30Mon
SAR 1.009
31Tue
SAR 1.077
01Wed
Apr
SAR 964
02Thu
SAR 731
03Fri
SAR 944
04Sat
SAR 720
05Sun
SAR 946
06Mon
SAR 946
07Tue
SAR 1.081
08Wed
SAR 960
09Thu
SAR 1.259
10Fri
SAR 969
11Sat
SAR 730
12Sun
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Popular Airport Shanghai Pudong Intl. Airport
Popular Airlines China Eastern Airlines
Approximate Flight Duration 9 hour 50 min
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

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Friday
clearMin 5ºC - Max 16ºC
Saturday
cloudyMin 6ºC - Max 17ºC
Sunday
cloudyMin 7ºC - Max 15ºC
Monday
rainMin 8ºC - Max 13ºC
Tuesday
rainMin 9ºC - Max 16ºC
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