Flying from Shanghai to Trivandrum International Airport (TRV): What you need to know
Shanghai is home to two main airports that set the stage for your next getaway. Explore your options for booking a flight from Shanghai to Trivandrum International Airport (TRV) heading out from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) or Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA).
The timezone in Thiruvananthapuram is UTC+5:30, which is two hours 30 minutes behind Shanghai. Trivandrum International Airport is located in Thiruvananthapuram.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your flight from Shanghai to TRV.
Heading away during a peak time like a public holiday? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
We make it a breeze to book cheap flights from Shanghai to TRV that include a stopover. To explore your options leaving from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between PVG and TRV include:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Bahrain International Airport (BAH)
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
The distance from central Shanghai to PVG is around 35 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 50 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Want a hassle-free start to your trip? Stay near Shanghai Pudong International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Shanghai to Trivandrum International Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
When it comes to Shanghai Pudong International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 78.11% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
PVG is located at No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Driving from central Shanghai to SHA generally takes 20 minutes, depending on traffic conditions. The distance from the city center to the airport is around 9 miles.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your Shanghai to TRV flight? Check in to a hotel near Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport before your vacation officially begins. These stays are expecting you:
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport has a track record for punctuality. 85.58% of flights leaving here make it to their final destination as planned.
SHA is located at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
About Trivandrum International Airport (TRV)
Have a late flight from Shanghai to Trivandrum International Airport? Don't let it end in exhaustion. Stay at one of these hotels near TRV and be in snooze mode sooner:
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Trivandrum International Airport (TRV)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Shanghai to Trivandrum International Airport is $224. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $455. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Shanghai to TRV. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in every month when searching for your Shanghai to Trivandrum International Airport ticket.
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Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Shanghai to Trivandrum International Airport.
The best time to fly from Shanghai to Trivandrum International Airport (TRV)
April is the quietest month for flights from Shanghai to Trivandrum International Airport (TRV), while August is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Thiruvananthapuram based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book a Shanghai to TRV plane ticket departing in March if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Thiruvananthapuram to range from 73ºF to 93ºF.
January has temperatures of between 70ºF and 88ºF. Search for cheap tickets from Shanghai to Trivandrum International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Thiruvananthapuram
Start your Thiruvananthapuram trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Shanghai to Trivandrum International Airport, check out our range of accommodation options including:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple, Puthenmalika (Kuthiramalika) Palace and Padmanabha Swamy Temple Entrance are attractions you won't want to skip in Thiruvananthapuram.
Explore more of India
Coimbatore is just one of the many cities in India waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Thiruvananthapuram. Around 170 miles away to the north, top sights here include Indira Gandhi Wildlife Sanctuary and National Park, Sri Sathya Sai Mandir and Mahatma Gandhi Memorial.
If there's time to check out another side of India, head for Madurai, about 130 miles north-east of Thiruvananthapuram. Meenakshi Amman Temple, Meenakshi Sundareshwarar Temple and Meenakshi Amman temple koothiyarkundu are the start of reasons to visit.