Travelling from Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG) to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport (PHX): what you need to know
Phoenix's timezone is UTC-7, making Phoenix 15 hours behind Shanghai.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Get to the airport on time to board your PVG to PHX flight.
During popular months such as April, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
If you'd like to split up your journey, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport. These are the top stopovers between PVG and PHX:
Los Angeles International Airport
San Francisco International Airport
Vancouver International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG) to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport (PHX)
Currently, P47,511 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Shanghai Pudong Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is P73,416. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from PVG to PHX, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer their best fares when flights are first released.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the lowest price across the month when searching for your flight from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from PVG to PHX by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Lock in the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG)
You'll find PVG at No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Pudong Airport scores high marks for its on-time performance. 82% of flights that depart PVG reach their destination without delay.
To get to Shanghai Pudong Airport from central Shanghai, it'll take around 1 hour 5 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 48 kilometers from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 50 minutes when using public transport.
Need a handy hotel close to PVG? If you're boarding an early flight from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport (PHX)
Book a hotel close to PHX if you're taking a late Shanghai Pudong Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Dollar or Thrifty and explore beyond Phoenix's main sights.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport around one week before you travel.
Getting from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport (PHX) to central Phoenix
The street address for PHX is 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to central Phoenix has a drive time of around 10 minutes. It's approximately 5 kilometers away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 25 minutes.
When to fly to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport (PHX)
The quietest month for a flight from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport is March, while April is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Phoenix based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in your flight from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport for July if you'd like to visit Phoenix during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 27ºC (81ºF) and 45ºC (113ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from PVG to PHX in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United States
Phoenix is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of the United States you'll want to see. Around 483 kilometers west of Phoenix, a trip to San Diego will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like San Diego Zoo, San Diego Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum.
Las Vegas is another must-experience destination in the United States and is around 418 kilometers north-west of Phoenix. No journey is complete without a visit to Ciudad del Pecado o Las Vegas, Las Vegas Strip and Fountains of Bellagio.
