Flying from Shanghai to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS): what you need to know
Get your holiday planning started by considering the departure point for your flight from Shanghai to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS). Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) and Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) are the main airports in Shanghai.
Austin is 13 hours behind Shanghai. Austin-Bergstrom International Airport is located in Austin, which operates on the UTC-5 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to get on your flight from Shanghai to AUS. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Head to the airport even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and up to four hours for an international flight. After checking in, you can use any extra time to relax or find something to eat.
Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your flight from Shanghai to AUS. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG). Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
From the centre of Shanghai, PVG is around 56 kilometres away. Check the official airport website or use navigation apps to work out the best way to get there.
Searching for a handy hotel near Shanghai Pudong International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Shanghai to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Depending on road traffic, you can drive to SHA from Shanghai's centre in about 21 minutes. The airport is approximately 14 kilometres away.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your flight from Shanghai to AUS? Check in to a hotel near Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport before your break officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
About Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)
Consider staying in a hotel near AUS if you have a late flight from Shanghai to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) to central Austin
From Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, Austin is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 3 hours and 24 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Shanghai to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport is R 9,412. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 18,343. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from Shanghai to AUS, book early. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
Getting cheap tickets from Shanghai to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares across every month and score a great deal.
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The best time to fly from Shanghai to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)
July is the busiest month for flights from Shanghai to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport. To avoid the crowds, head for Austin in April when things are quieter.
Think about the type of weather that'll suit your plans for Austin. The warmest month is August. Book your flights from Shanghai to AUS during then and you can expect temperatures of between 23ºC and 41ºC.
Visit in January if you want to explore when it's cooler. Temperatures average between 3ºC and 19ºC. However, this city delivers on a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Shanghai to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport.
More about Austin
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Austin right here. Explore these options after locking in your flight from Shanghai to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Texas State Capitol, Barton Springs Pool and Historic 6th Street Mural are top sights which should be on any good Austin itinerary.
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