Travelling from Shanghai to Linyi Airport (LYI): What you need to know
Begin your travels at one of Shanghai's main airports, Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) or Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA). Check out your options for booking a flight from Shanghai to Linyi Airport (LYI) taking off from either of these.
The average time for a direct Shanghai to Linyi Airport flight is 1 hour 50 minutes.
Linyi's timezone is UTC+8, which is the same as Shanghai. Linyi Airport is located in Linyi.
The most popular route is from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Linyi Airport (LYI). You can choose from 7 direct services every week. Shanghai Airlines operates a 6:40am departure between PVG and LYI.
Your flight from Shanghai to LYI won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
If you're travelling during a major holiday or other peak period, allow for even more time. Arrive two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.
Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Take the express route from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG). Direct flights from Shanghai to Linyi Airport (LYI) operate from here.
Shanghai Airlines is a well-known carrier that offers direct flights from Shanghai to Linyi Airport taking off from PVG.
Shanghai Airlines is the airline with the highest number of bookings for flights from PVG to LYI.
Shanghai Airlines takes the top spot for on-time performance. A dependable 95.45% of its departures on this route arrive as planned.
The distance from central Shanghai to PVG is around 56 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 50 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Planning to catch an early flight from Shanghai to Linyi Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels near Shanghai Pudong International Airport:
Of the flights that depart from Shanghai Pudong International Airport, 78.11% land on time at their destination.
You'll find PVG at No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
You can book a direct Shanghai to Linyi Airport (LYI) plane ticket out of Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA). Work out whether departing from SHA makes the most sense for you.
From SHA, direct flights from Shanghai to LYI can be booked with China Eastern Airlines.
China Eastern Airlines is the most popular choice for travellers flying from SHA to LYI.
Driving from central Shanghai to SHA usually takes 20 minutes, depending on traffic. The distance from the city centre to the airport is around 14 kilometres.
Flying out early in the morning? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport the day before your Shanghai to LYI flight:
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport has a reputation for reliability and timeliness. 85.58% of flights leaving here land when expected.
SHA is located at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
About Linyi Airport (LYI)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Shanghai to Linyi Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near LYI instead:
The street address for LYI is 1 Airport Rd..
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Linyi Airport (LYI)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Shanghai to Linyi Airport is P8,317. For a return flight on this route, the best price is P12,266. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
To find cheap flights from Shanghai to LYI, book ahead. Airlines generally offer lower fares when tickets first go on sale.
Cheap Shanghai to Linyi Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across each month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Shanghai to Linyi Airport (LYI)
June is when most people book flights from Shanghai to Linyi Airport (LYI). Plan your visit to Linyi in February if you prefer a quieter experience.
The warmest month in Linyi is July, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your Shanghai to LYI plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
January has temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Shanghai to Linyi Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Linyi
Once you've booked your flight from Shanghai to Linyi Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Linyi:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Sunny Sand Beach, Linyi Garden Expo Park and Linyi International Sculpture Park are attractions you won't want to skip in Linyi.
Explore more of China
Tai'an is just one of the many cities in China waiting to be explored once you've seen Linyi. Around 177 kilometres away to the north-west, check out popular attractions including 泰山极顶, Daguan Peak and 岱顶.
If you're eager to discover another major destination in China, consider Jinan, roughly 209 kilometres north-west of Linyi. Huashan Scenic Area, Furong Ancient Street and Ancient Spring are key reasons to visit.
