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Gulf Air
2 Jun, Mon
11:20 PM
Riyadh - Shanghai
1 stop
7h 20m
RUH-PVG
Gulf Air
9 Jun, Mon
11:20 PM
Riyadh - Shanghai
1 stop
7h 20m
RUH-PVG
Gulf Air
10 Jun, Tue
06:00 PM
Riyadh - Shanghai
1 stop
12h 40m
RUH-PVG
Gulf Air
5 Jun, Thu
03:45 PM
Riyadh - Shanghai
1 stop
14h 55m
RUH-PVG
Gulf Air
4 Jun, Wed
11:20 PM
Riyadh - Shanghai
1 stop
7h 20m
RUH-PVG
China Eastern Airlines
26 Jun, Thu
08:50 PM
Riyadh - Shanghai
Non-stop
10h
RUH-PVG
Etihad Airways
2 Jul, Wed
04:20 AM
Riyadh - Shanghai
1 stop
3h 20m
RUH-PVG
China Eastern Airlines
22 May, Thu
08:50 PM
Riyadh - Shanghai
Non-stop
10h
RUH-PVG
Air China
1 Jun, Sun
12:05 AM
Riyadh - Shanghai
1 stop
12h 55m
RUH-SHA
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Estimated Prices for Riyadh to Shanghai Flights

SAR 1.663
SAR 992
SAR 1.066
22Thu
May
SAR 1.155
23Fri
SAR 1.231
24Sat
SAR 1.158
25Sun
SAR 1.238
26Mon
SAR 1.073
27Tue
SAR 1.397
28Wed
SAR 1.057
29Thu
SAR 1.155
30Fri
SAR 1.122
31Sat
SAR 1.156
01Sun
Jun
SAR 1.219
02Mon
SAR 1.051
03Tue
SAR 1.663
04Wed
SAR 1.266
05Thu
SAR 1.150
06Fri
SAR 1.225
07Sat
SAR 1.155
08Sun
SAR 1.046
09Mon
SAR 1.068
10Tue
SAR 1.068
11Wed
SAR 1.206
12Thu
SAR 1.155
13Fri
SAR 1.129
14Sat
SAR 1.156
15Sun
SAR 992
16Mon
SAR 1.073
17Tue
SAR 1.068
18Wed
SAR 1.183
19Thu
SAR 1.136
20Fri
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Popular Airport Shanghai Pudong Intl. Airport
Popular Airlines China Eastern Airlines
Approximate Flight Duration 9 hour
Approximate Travel Distance 7244 Km

Transportation to Airport from Riyadh City Center

King Khalid Intl. Airport

King Khalid International Airport (RUH) is well-connected to Riyadh city center through several transportation options, including taxis, transfer services, and rental cars. The airport is located about 35 kilometers from city center and for those driving their own vehicles, the airport provides parking facilities for both short- and long-term use.

Taxi

Taxis are one of the fastest and most convenient ways to reach King Khalid International Airport as typically takes 25-30 minutes to reach, depending on traffic conditions. They are widely available across Riyadh, and ride-hailing apps like Uber and Careem offer an additional option. Fares range depending on the pickup point and traffic.

Bus Services

Public buses connect the airport to various parts of Riyadh, including the city center. They typically operate during daytime hours, but schedules and routes should be confirmed at the airport information desk. Look for clearly marked bus stops at the arrivals area.

Metro

Riyadh metro system consists of six lines, connecting 85 stations. Line 4, or also known as the Yellow Line, runs from King Khalid International Airport to the King Abdullah Financial District (KAFD). Passengers opting for public transportation can use the metro, as it is available at the airport exits, and tickets can be obtained from machines at the station.

Hotel Shuttles

Many hotels in Riyadh provide transfer services to King Khalid International Airport. These services are convenient, reliable, and often affordable or free of charge, depending on your booking type. Travelers must confirm availability and costs with their hotel during booking. Hotel transfers are ideal for those who prefer a pre-arranged mode of transportation.

Rental Car

For those who prefer to drive themselves, renting a car is a flexible and comfortable alternative. Car rental offices are located throughout Riyadh, offering a variety of vehicles with or without a driver. The journey to the airport takes about 25–30 minutes, depending on traffic conditions. International visitors need a valid international driving license to rent a car in Saudi Arabia.

Transportation to Shanghai City Center from Airport

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl. Airport

Shanghai is the most populated city in China, which is the most populated country in the world. With a population of about 20 million, Shanghai is home to the world’s busiest cargo port, which attracts millions of industrialists, businessmen, and investors to the city every year. Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is located 13 km from the city center, in the Changning district, and handled about 40 million passengers in 2014. The airport is the city’s main domestic airport, serving few international flights to nearby areas.  

Rail

The Shanghai Hongqiao Railway Station is located right next to Terminal 2 at the airport. The station features 2 major lines that run through it, connecting the city with the airport in a very convenient way. Passengers who want to get to the city center from the airport by train need to take Line 2 or Line 10, which take about 19 to 22 minutes to get to the city center.

Airport Bus

Due to its close proximity to the city center accessing Hongqiao Airport by road is very convenient, except during rush hour. To get to the city center from the airport you can use bus line 941 during the day. Bus line 941 provides transportation to the central train station. If you land at night you have to use night bus 316 to get to the city center.

Taxi

The airport is located 13 km from People’s Square in the city center. Therefore most passengers prefer to take a taxi from the airport to the city. The total time can vary depending on the traffic but on average it takes about 30 minutes to get to the city center. Taxis are located by exit number 4 at Terminal 2.  

Rental Car

The fact that the airport is located in such close proximity to the city center and many other areas makes renting a car an attractive alternative. The rental car offices are located in Terminal 2. To get to the city from the airport go south on Hongyu Road and connect to the G50 Expressway, which goes east. This will connect you to the Yan’an Road, which goes directly to the People’s Square, passing by Shanghai Museum and Shanghai Times Square.


Shanghai Pudong Intl. 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

Shanghai is an important city in terms of tourism and trade and it features an advanced rail network that continues to evolve. The rail system is an important transportation alternative, providing access to the People’s Square, which is located in the city center, the train station, and the World Trade Center.

You can get to the city center by taking the Maglev train from the airport to Longyang Station. From here transfer to metro line 2, which will take you to the city center. During certain times of the year metro line 2 will extend all the way to the airport, making direct access between the city center and the airport a possibility. Using the rail system you can get to the city center in about an hour and a half.

Bus

Buses aren’t a very popular method of transportation to the city center when you take the changing traffic conditions into consideration. However, buses are a viable transportation alternative if you’re traveling to coastal towns and the surrounding areas. Buses to the city center from the airport can take up to 2 hours. The S1 Yingbin bus is the most commonly used; the bus has a total of 4 stops before reaching the main train station.

Taxi

Taxis are not the most preferred method of transportation due to the heavy traffic conditions in the city. English is not widely spoken in the city so we recommend that you have the name of your destination written down in Chinese handy. Taxis take about 40 minutes to get to the city center; this can vary depending on the traffic.

Rental Car

Renting a car is another alternative to get to the city center from the airport. There are various rental car companies located in the arrivals terminal at the airport. To get to the city center from the airport take Huaxia expressway to the North-South expressway. This will take you over the Huangpu River to People’s Square, and over Wusong River to the main train station.

Weather in Shanghai

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Thursday
fogMin 22ºC - Max 29ºC
Friday
rainMin 19ºC - Max 22ºC
Saturday
rainMin 19ºC - Max 24ºC
Sunday
cloudyMin 17ºC - Max 24ºC
Monday
cloudyMin 16ºC - Max 25ºC
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