Traveling from Shanghai to Kaohsiung International Airport (KHH): what you need to know
There are two main airports you can start your journey from in Shanghai. Check out your options departing from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) or Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) when reserving your flight from Shanghai to Kaohsiung International Airport (KHH).
2 hours 15 minutes is the average journey time for a direct flight from Shanghai to Kaohsiung International Airport.
Kaohsiung (where Kaohsiung International Airport is located) and Shanghai share the UTC+8 timezone. You'll have no time difference to factor in for your trip.
With 18 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Kaohsiung International Airport (KHH) is the busiest route. Juneyao Airlines operates the earliest flight at 08:05. If you'd like to make the most of your day before you fly, the last departure from PVG to KHH is with China Airlines at 20:45.
To ensure you get on your flight from Shanghai to KHH, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying over a peak time such as July? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Get to your destination in one go from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG). Direct flights from Shanghai to Kaohsiung International Airport (KHH) can be booked from here.
Popular airlines that operate direct flights from Shanghai to Kaohsiung International Airport departing PVG include:
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your flight from Shanghai to KHH. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG). Take a pause at one of these popular airports:
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
PVG is approximately 35 miles from the center of Shanghai. To work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This useful traveler tool will show you the fastest route and your public transport options.
Have an early flight from Shanghai to Kaohsiung International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays near Shanghai Pudong International Airport:
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Planning to leave from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)? You can book a direct flight from Shanghai to Kaohsiung International Airport (KHH) departing from this busy hub.
Break up your flight from Shanghai to Kaohsiung International Airport with a stop so you can freshen up or cross another place off your list. Some popular stopovers between Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport and KHH include:
Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)
Depending on road traffic, you can drive to SHA from central Shanghai in about 21 minutes. The airport is approximately 9 miles away.
Want to spoil yourself with an extra night away before boarding your flight from Shanghai to KHH? Kick back in a hotel near Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport before your vacation officially begins. Stay at one of these accommodation options:
About Kaohsiung International Airport (KHH)
Consider staying in a hotel close to KHH if you have a late flight from Shanghai to Kaohsiung International Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Kaohsiung International Airport (KHH) to central Kaohsiung
Kaohsiung International Airport is approximately 6 miles from the center of Kaohsiung. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 21 minutes.
Getting to the center by public transport takes around 36 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Kaohsiung International Airport (KHH)
For a one-way ticket from Shanghai to Kaohsiung International Airport, $113 is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return trip starting from $216. These are the lowest fares right now but may change based on availability.
Get cheap tickets from Shanghai to KHH by booking 2 months ahead. According to flight price data, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
The cheapest month for tickets from Shanghai to Kaohsiung International Airport is November. Use the 'Whole month' search feature to find the most affordable day to fly if you're flexible with your plans.
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The best time to fly from Shanghai to Kaohsiung International Airport (KHH)
July is the busiest month to catch a flight from Shanghai to Kaohsiung International Airport while April is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Kaohsiung, consider the pace you like to travel at.
Book your flight from Shanghai to KHH for July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Kaohsiung to range from 79ºF to 90ºF.
If you like traveling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Shanghai to Kaohsiung International Airport in January when temperatures average between 59ºF and 75ºF.
More about Kaohsiung
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Kaohsiung right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Shanghai to Kaohsiung International Airport:
The Pier-2 Art Center and Liuhe Night Market are just the start of the top-rated attractions to add to your Kaohsiung travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Cijin Island.
Complete your Kaohsiung trip with a car rental
After you've booked your hotel and cheap flight from Shanghai to Kaohsiung International Airport, your next task is choosing one of our car rentals in Kaohsiung. Browse the exclusive deals and easily compare your options on price, pick-up convenience, and more.