Travelling from Dammam King Fahd International Airport (DMM) to Shanghai: what you need to know
The timezone in Shanghai is UTC+8. The city is five hours ahead of Dammam, where Dammam King Fahd International Airport is located.
To avoid missing your DMM to Shanghai flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as January, it's wise to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and maybe even visit a new city. When searching for plane tickets from DMM to Shanghai, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Travelling from central Dammam to DMM takes around 1 hour by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 29 kilometers in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Dammam King Fahd International Airport gets top marks for on-time performance. 84% of flights that depart DMM arrive at their destination as scheduled.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dammam King Fahd International Airport (DMM) to Shanghai
The best price we've seen for a one-way Dammam King Fahd International Airport to Shanghai flight is P20,510. The cheapest price for a return flight is P36,805. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from DMM to Shanghai, book in advance. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets first go on sale.
Scoring cheap tickets from Dammam King Fahd International Airport to Shanghai is easier if you're flexible with your trip dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to access the best prices across each month and walk away with an awesome deal.
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Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
The distance from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to central Shanghai is roughly 48 kilometers. It takes about 1 hour 5 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It typically takes 50 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Dammam King Fahd International Airport to Shanghai, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near PVG:
To get the best deal, book your ride from Shanghai Pudong International Airport a few weeks before your flight from DMM to Shanghai. Rates typically rise closer to your day of departure.
The street address for PVG is No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) is about 14 kilometers from central Shanghai. Once you've disembarked your flight from Dammam King Fahd International Airport to Shanghai, it'll take you around 30 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre takes 40 minutes or so.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near SHA. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your DMM to Shanghai flight:
Avoid the slow-moving lines and paperwork at the rental desk by having everything prearranged. Secure your ride from SHA in advance so you can simply grab the keys and be on your way.
You can find Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
Best time to go to Shanghai
February is the most popular month for flights from Dammam King Fahd International Airport to Shanghai. To escape the crowds, head to Shanghai in December.
Book a Dammam King Fahd International Airport to Shanghai plane ticket with a departure in August if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 23ºC (73ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from DMM to Shanghai around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Shanghai
Start your Shanghai trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Dammam King Fahd International Airport to Shanghai, check out our range of accommodation options including:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Shanghai Tower, Shanghai Museum and The Bund Sightseeing Avenue are must-visits when exploring Shanghai.
Explore more of China
Nanjing is just one of the many places in China waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Shanghai. Around 274 kilometers away to the west, popular attractions include Nanjing City Wall, Zijin Tower and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall.
Puyang is another standout destination in China and is around 241 kilometers southwest of Shanghai. No journey is complete without a visit to Xuanlushan Scenic Area, Xianhua Mountain and Minsheng Flower Sea.