Search Flights from Shanghai to Doha
Approximate Travel Distance | Approximate Flight Duration | Popular Airlines | Popular Airport |
|---|---|---|---|
6772
Km
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8 hour
20 min
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Qatar Airways | Hamad Intl. Airport |
Transportation to Shanghai Airport from the City Center
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl. Airport
Hongqiao International Airport is located 13 km from the city center, in the Changning district. The airport is the city’s main domestic airport, serving few international flights.
Rail
The Shanghai Hongqiao Railway Station connects directly to Terminal 2 at the airport. There are 2 major lines that run through the airport station, connecting the city with the airport in a very convenient way. Passengers who want to get to the airport from the city center by train need to take Line 2 or Line 10, which take about 19 to 22 minutes to get to the airport.
Bus
Buses are not a preferred method of transportation due to the heavy traffic in the city. However there are various bus lines that provide transportation to the airport from the city center. Bus line 941 runs from Shanghai Railway Station, among other stops, to Terminal 2. Bus line 316 is a night bus providing transportation to the airport.
Taxi
Taxis are not the most preferred method of transportation to get to the airport from the city center due to the heavy traffic in the city. Nevertheless, you can easily find a taxi in the city’s commerce, arts, culture, and residential areas. Despite being located in close proximity to the city center, taking a cab to the airport can take 30 minutes because of traffic.
Car
To get from the city center or trade center to the airport by car you have to take the Yan’an Road, which is a major road that goes through the center of the city, to the G50 Expressway. This will connect to the Hongyu Road, which connects to the airport. There are 3 different parking lots at the airport that have a combined capacity of 800 vehicles.
Airport Information
Located 13 km from the city center, Hongqiao International Airport was the first civilian airport in the city. However today the airport mainly serves domestic flights. The airport consists of two terminals, Terminal 1 and Terminal 2; the second terminal was built in 2010 to support the Shanghai Expo. There are free shuttle buses that provide inter-terminal transportation. The airport contains many restaurants and shops that cater to the Asian demographic. There are also world-famous restaurant chains as well as a large duty free shop and event spaces located at the airport.
Shanghai Pudong Intl. Airport
Pudong Airport
Located 30 km from the city center, Pudong International Airport is the city’s main international airport. The airport is located in the Pudong district and is an important international hub for Air China.
Rail
To get to the airport from the city center or People’s Square, you have to take Metro Line 2. You can get on the metro at the Nanjing Road East Station and take it to Longyang Station. At this station transfer to the Maglev Train, which provides direct access to the airport. You have to purchase a ticket for both the maglev train and the metro you will be transferring to. It takes about 30 minutes to get to the airport from the city center.
Airport Bus
Bus line “Airport 5” departs from the main train station in the city and provides transportation to the airport. However since the traffic in the city is generally very congested the arrival time can vary. Most passengers don’t want to take that risk so airport buses aren’t a very popular transportation alternative. It can take over 2 hours to get to the airport using this bus.
Taxi
English is not widely spoken in the city so we recommend you have the name of your destination written down in Chinese or use a map to point out where you want to go. You can also have the hotel staff help arrange a taxi for you. A taxi from many parts of the city to the airport takes around 45-50 minutes. For taxi rides that are over 10 km the taximeter charges 3.6 Chinese yuan per kilometer.
Car
Driving is a troublesome transportation alternative since traffic in the city is bad and the roads are constantly changing. However to get to the airport from the city center you have to take the North-South expressway, pass the Huangpu River, and connect to the Huaxia expressway. Following this road will connect you directly to the airport. The airport contains a parking lot with a capacity of 4,500 vehicles. Parking is free for the first 20 minutes.
Airport Information
Pudong International Airport is the city’s main international airport, handing 51 million passengers a year. The airport features a rich variety of services and amenities, serving passengers out of two main terminals. The airport contains ATMs belonging to all major international banks, restaurants that offer delicious international cuisine as well as Asian cuisine, a large duty free shop and more.
Transportation to Doha City Center from Airport
In Doha, the capital of Qatar which is one of the wealthiest countries on the Arabian Peninsula, Doha Airport, which is 4 kilometers of the city center and one of the major airports in the city, is located.
Doha Airport, which offers international services, is able to carry visitors to the city from all corners of the world with its domestic and international flights. With a great number of services available at the airport, the passengers have the opportunity to have a good time while waiting for their flights, along with convenient transportation options to and from Doha Airport.
Taxi
You can get to the city center in a very short time by getting on the Pavilion taxis found in the Doha Airport. You can travel comfortably, reliably and quickly wherever you want with a taxi. You can make the payment in cash. You can find the taxis in front of the terminal building in the airport every day of the week and 24 hours a day.
Bus
You can easily get to the city center with the buses that you can get on from the Bus Pavilion located in front of the Doha Airport terminal building. As an economical and comfortable transportation option, the buses can easily take you to many parts of the city. There are two different bus routes that you can take on Bus Pavilion. Don’t forget to learn which one to take according to your destination.
Limousine Rental
You may want to opt for limousines that will provide you with a pleasant and comfortable travel to Doha and every region of Qatar. Thanks to the limousines that you can rent from Mowasalat Limousine located in the Arrivals lounge at the airport, you can have a very comfortable travel to your destination.
Car Rental
You can get to the city center by renting a car from one of the car rental companies located at Doha airport. You can rent a standard car or a luxury car and you can have an enjoyable travel. You can also rent a car with a driver. You have the possibility to make the payment in cash and renting your car online in advance.
Last Updated: 02 Jul 2017Frequently Asked Questions
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For Shanghai-Doha flights, you can use Shanghai Hongqiao Intl. Airport, Shanghai Pudong Intl. Airport as departure airport, and Hamad Intl. Airport for arrival.
The flight distance between Shanghai-Doha is 6771 kilometers in total. The flight between the two cities takes 8 hour 20 minutes.
When the average prices are examined, the most suitable day for Shanghai-Doha flights is Saturday.
Qatar Airways organizes direct flights between Shanghai-Doha.
