Flying from Shanghai to Yiwu Airport (YIW): What you need to know
Shanghai's main airport is Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG). Check out your departure options from this base when reserving your flights from Shanghai to Yiwu Airport (YIW).
Book a direct Shanghai to Yiwu Airport flight and you'll be traveling for an average of 1 hour 10 minutes.
Yiwu's timezone is UTC+8, which is the same as Shanghai. Yiwu Airport is located in Yiwu.
The busiest route is Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Yiwu Airport (YIW). Pick from 3 direct services every week.
To ensure you get on your flight from Shanghai to YIW, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Popular months like February or other peak seasons mean bigger queues and potential delays. Stay on schedule by arriving at the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) makes it easy to travel directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Shanghai to Yiwu Airport (YIW) can be booked from this terminal.
When leaving from PVG, you can take a direct flight from Shanghai to Yiwu Airport with China Eastern Airlines.
China Eastern is the airline most travelers choose for flights from PVG to YIW.
The journey from central Shanghai to PVG takes around 50 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometers in 1 hour 5 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a leisurely start to your break? Stay near Shanghai Pudong International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Shanghai to Yiwu Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the ideal choice:
78% of flights leaving from Shanghai Pudong International Airport reach their destination on time.
PVG is located at No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
SHA is about 14 kilometers from central Shanghai. It'll take 30 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city center. Public transport takes approximately 40 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your Shanghai to YIW flight? Relax in a hotel near Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport before your break officially starts. These stays are calling your name:
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport has a track record for punctuality. 86% of flights out of here arrive right on target.
You'll find SHA at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
About Yiwu Airport (YIW)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Shanghai to Yiwu Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near YIW:
YIW is located at W Ring Rd..
Getting from Yiwu Airport (YIW) to central Yiwu
Central Yiwu is around 14 kilometers from Yiwu Airport and takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. Work out your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a car rental, cab or ride-share.
It takes roughly 45 minutes when traveling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Yiwu Airport (YIW)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Shanghai to Yiwu Airport is AED 587. For a return flight on this route, the best price is AED 1,596. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Shanghai to YIW if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when searching for your Shanghai to Yiwu Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Shanghai to Yiwu Airport (YIW)
January is when most people book flights from Shanghai to Yiwu Airport (YIW). Plan your visit to Yiwu in September for a more low-key escape.
When booking your Shanghai to YIW plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Yiwu, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 38ºC (100ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Shanghai to Yiwu Airport in January when temperatures are between -2ºC (28ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF).
More about Yiwu
Start your Yiwu trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Shanghai to Yiwu Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:
Your visit to Yiwu won't be complete without checking out the sights. Leading attractions worth exploring include Old Station 1970 Cultural and Creative Park, Dishuiyan Scenic Spot and Yiwu Palm Bay.
Explore more of China
You've visited Yiwu, now it's time to discover other corners of China. Journey around 257 kilometers northeast to Shanghai to check off its popular sights. From Shanghai Museum to Shanghai Tower and The Bund Sightseeing Avenue, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Suzhou is another sought-after destination in China and is around 225 kilometers north of Yiwu. No trip is complete without seeing Humble Administrator's Garden, Lingering Garden and Pingjiang Road.
