Flight from Penang (PEN) to Shanghai (PVG)

As the plane takes off from Penang, you will see the turtle shape of Penang island slowly fade and disappear behind the clouds. Once your flight gets closer to Shanghai you will start to see the bustling Shanghai city along with the iconic Oriental Pearl Tower and Shanghai Tower starting to get closer to you beneath your feet.

One bustling metropolis city which is also known as the most populous city in China, Shanghai is located on the country’s central coast and is one major center for finance, business, economics,s and even technology and research along with transportation, tourism, and culture which will bring you numerous unique experience that you hardly get anywhere else. There are some activities that you can do in Shanghai including visiting The Bund which is one popular waterfront promenade that houses a line of colonial-era buildings offering a unique experience of historical European architecture and the modern Shanghai skyline altogether, or exploring the Pudong District where you can find various towering skyline from the 642 meter Shanghai Tower and the Oriental Pearl TV Shows. 

Airports From Penang to Shanghai

There is only one airport that serves flights from Penang to Shanghai on Penang Island is the Penang International Airport (PEN) which is also well-known as Sultan Abdul Halim Airport located in Bayan Lepas for around 16 kilometers to the south of George Town, the capital city of Penang. It is the only as well the main international airport serving Penang Island in Malaysia. 

While the airport that receives international flights from Penang to Shanghai in Shanghai is Pudong International Airport (PVG) which is the main international airport in Shanghai located in the east part of the city center, and the other Airport is Shanghai Gongqiao International Airport (SHA) which is another major airport in Shanghai and located closer to the city center than Pudong Airport and mainly used for domestic flights. 

Please be reminded that the flight schedule and route might change, kindly check on Traveloka for more updated information. 

The Best Time to Visit Shanghai

The best time to visit Shanghai, as well as the peak of tourist season, would be during the Spring season which falls around March to May when it has the warmest weather and cool nights while being surrounded by the beautifully bloomed sakura trees that flutter around making a magnificent and magical atmosphere full of pink, red and white color. Besides, during those periods there were various festivals including the Shanghai International Arts Festival and the Shanghai Fashion Week which is perfect for those of you who have an interest in Arts and Fashion. 

While for those of you who are looking for fewer crowds and cheaper costs, it would be recommended for you to visit Shanghai during the Autumn which falls around September to November. During these periods, you will be able to enjoy the pleasant weather which makes it very ideal time to explore the city and do various outdoor activities as well enjoying the scenic scenery of yellow, orange, and red colors fluttering around making beautiful red-orange carpets. Besides, there are also several festivals that you can participate in during this time such as the Mid-Autumn Festival and the National Day holiday. 

Accommodation Near Shanghai Airport

1. Dazhong Airport Hotel

Address: 6001 Yingbin Avenue, Pudong New District, Pudong, Shanghai, China, 201202

A very convenient hotel located between Terminal 1 and 2 of Pudong International Airport (PVG) where the guest can just walk to either terminal in just within 5 minutes which makes it the perfect option for travelers who arrive at midnight or have early morning flights. The hotel itself offers a variety of comfortable rooms and suites that will cater to your needs, with each room provided with facilities like air conditioning, and free wi-fi, even offers other facilities including restaurants with their mouth-watering delicacy, fitness center, and bar to make your stay more comfortable and unforgettable.

2. Ramada Plaza Shanghai Pudong Airport

Address: 1100 Qi Hang Road, Pudong International Airport, Pudong, Shanghai, China, 201207

Ramada Plaza Shanghai Pudong Airport is another hotel that is located within 1.3 kilometers away from Pudong International Airport (PVG) which is only around a 5-minute walk to the designated airport. The hotel offers 385 comfortable guest rooms, and several restaurants including Chinese restaurants, Western restaurants, a lobby bar, and even a multifunctional ballroom and well-equipped gym that you can visit whenever you want. It is one mid-range accommodation that is perfect for visitors who are looking for convenience yet comfortable stay near the airport.

3. Shanghai HongQiao Airport Hotel

Address: No.2 Gate, Departure Floor, Hongqiao, Airport, Changning District, Minhang, Shanghai, China, 200335

Another exceptional hotel which is also known as Air China Hongqiao Airport Hotel is one hotel located inside Terminal 2 of Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) which makes the hotel very convenient for travelers who arrive during the night time and have an early morning flight for their next flight. The hotel even offers an exclusive boarding security channel that you can access through the hotel lobby which will save more of your time. It is a budget hotel which is perfect for those of you who want to keep your expenses to the bare minimum. 

Best Highlights from Shanghai

1. Get Immerse into The Bund

A must-visit waterfront area and one of the protected historical districts in central Shanghai, The Bund is a famous district for housing several distinctive European-style architectures each of the buildings once had an important role, where one of them is home to foreign banks, insurance companies, trading houses and many other more. Now, those buildings are being transformed into luxury hotels, high-end shops, and luxurious restaurants 

In this area, you will be greeted by the stunning views of the Huangpu River and the Pudong skyline, where you can also see some of the iconic buildings such as the Shanghai Tower, and the Oriental Pearl Tower.

2. Soak into the Yu Garden

A Chinese garden which is also known as the Yuyuan Garden is located close to the City God Temple in the northeast of the Old City in Shanghai boasts of its natural beauty along with the authentic Chinese Garden where you will be able to cross the iconic Nine-turn bridge which is believed to be able to ward against the evil spirit, The Rockery area where you will be able to get a sight on the unique arrangements of rock that resemble mountains, Jade Jade Green Pool which is one of the most popular spots to take your picture with your friends and family and Wall of Blessing which is another popular spot where you can write your wish on the paper and stick them on this massive sturdy wall. 

3. Explore the Shanghai Disneyland

One massive amusement park, Shanghai Disneyland is one popular theme park located in Chiansha New Town in Shanghai that boasts of housing a wide variety of rides, shows, and performances that are related to various Disney Movies from Mickey Mouse, Cinderella to Beauty and the Beast and many other more. 

The Theme park itself is divided into seven different themed lands, each having its own iconic rides, shows, and uniqueness. Some of the shows and parades that are worth participating in Shanghai Disneyland are the classic Disney’s Festival of Fantasy Parade or the nighttime spectacle Ignite the Dream: A Nighttime Spectacular of Magic and Light.

What to Prepare While Traveling to Shanghai

First of all, it will be about the clothing that you need to bring. If you decide to visit during the winter season, then you should bring extra thick clothes and a raincoat. While during the spring to summer, it may become a little bit hot and so, you might want to wear some breathable clothes which will allow you to move easily around the area. But don’t forget to bring an umbrella or light raincoat in case there is a sudden pour. 

Before actually visiting several tourist attractions in Shanghai, you might need to look out for their opening hours and availability of the shows, performances, and tickets in advance. Besides it saves some of your money, but it also saves a lot of your time from queuing and avoiding a sudden change in schedule on some performance availability or attractions. 

How to get Cheap Ticket to Shanghai with Traveloka

1. For the very first step, you should install Traveloka apps on your phone if you don’t want to open the Traveloka website manually every single time. And don’t forget to sign up.
2. Don’t hold your book for too long. It would be much cheaper if you booked a flight, a minimum of about 2 weeks to 1 month before your departure dates. 
3. Sign up the price alerts, so they can give you a notification as the price drops.
4. Travel during off season, because it would be much cheaper during that time.
5. Monitor for the deals and promotions especially in Traveloka because Traveloka often gives offers that might catch your attention. Especially when you often use Traveloka for your booking, you will get some points that can give you some cut on your payments. 

Get The Best Deals on Flight Tickets to Shanghai through Traveloka! Besides, you could also book the hotel accommodations, and other tourist attractions located in Shanghai by Traveloka with the best price available!