Cheap Flights from Shanghai (PVG) to Bangkok (BKK)

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Frequently asked questions

How long does it take to fly from Shanghai Pudong Airport to BKK?
Purchase your ticket with Shanghai Airlines and you can expect to be traveling for about 4 hours and 15 minutes. This sought-after airline has a direct flight that sets off at 5:40PM from Shanghai Pudong International Airport and reaches BKK at 8:55PM. Expedia has some great flight deals, so check out what's available on this route today.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from PVG to Bangkok Airport last minute?
When it's time to book your flights, being prepared pays dividends. While you may be able to score a deal on a Shanghai Pudong Airport to Suvarnabhumi Intl. Airport (BKK) flight at the last minute, prices usually don't get cheaper as the departure date nears. Based on flight pricing and demand studies in 2022, we have found that the sweet spot to book a domestic flight is between 28 – 35 days ahead. For international flights it's three to four months.
What airline has the least delays from Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG) to Bangkok Airport?
With an on-time performance rate of 100%, Shanghai Airlines is the carrier that's likelier to fly you from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Suvarnabhumi Intl. Airport (BKK) without any interruptions. Flight delays aren't just an annoyance — they can also make you miss your connection that upends your entire journey. You can stay updated about delays by reviewing your flight status through the free Expedia App before you even get to the airport. If you're already at your gate and the delay is significant, visit the customer service desk for assistance.
What airports do you fly into for Bangkok from Shanghai?
Suvarnabhumi Intl. Airport (BKK), Don Mueang Intl. Airport (DMK) and Pattaya (PYX-Pattaya Airpark) are your choices when heading off from Shanghai to Bangkok. Roughly 24 kilometers east of the center of Bangkok, Suvarnabhumi Intl. Airport (BKK) is the city's principal hub. Take into account things like flight schedules and the distance to your hotel before deciding on an airport. Wat Arun and Grand Palace are a couple of leading attractions to add to your must-see list when you arrive.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Pudong Intl. Airport (PVG) to BKK?
Between 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM is when you'll find the most Shanghai Airlines flights making their way from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Suvarnabhumi Intl. Airport (BKK). Our advice? Book a journey that departs early. With air traffic yet to build up around airports, your odds of traveling on a delay-free flight are better.
Can I change the date of my flight from PVG to Suvarnabhumi Intl. Airport (BKK)?
We know plans can get upended, so Expedia is here to help make things easier. First, find your Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Bangkok Airport itinerary through the Expedia Trips portal and check the fare rules regarding changes. If you booked in the last 24 hours, some carriers will let you cancel at no cost and organize new flights. If you booked more than 24 hours ago, contact us via our Customer Service portal to learn more about your options.

Travel information

Origin airport
Pudong Intl.
Destination airport
Suvarnabhumi Intl.
Distance
2879 km
Average flight time
3 hours 43 mins

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