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Air India
6 Jun, Sat
05:25 PM
Riyadh - Shanghai
1 stop
21h 55m
RUH-PVG
Air India
9 May, Sat
05:25 PM
Riyadh - Shanghai
1 stop
21h 55m
RUH-PVG
Air India
30 May, Sat
05:25 PM
Riyadh - Shanghai
1 stop
21h 55m
RUH-PVG
Etihad Airways
7 Jun, Sun
10:10 AM
Riyadh - Shanghai
1 stop
21h 45m
RUH-PVG
Etihad Airways
2 Jun, Tue
10:10 AM
Riyadh - Shanghai
1 stop
21h 45m
RUH-PVG
Etihad Airways
5 Jun, Fri
04:50 PM
Riyadh - Shanghai
1 stop
15h 5m
RUH-PVG
Etihad Airways
11 May, Mon
10:30 PM
Riyadh - Shanghai
1 stop
9h 25m
RUH-PVG
Gulf Air
13 May, Wed
10:35 PM
Riyadh - Shanghai
1 stop
7h 15m
RUH-PVG
Gulf Air
12 May, Tue
06:00 PM
Riyadh - Shanghai
1 stop
11h 50m
RUH-PVG
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Estimated Prices for Riyadh to Shanghai Flights

SAR 5.161
SAR 1.129
SAR 1.722
26Sun
Apr
SAR 2.143
27Mon
SAR 2.199
28Tue
SAR 2.363
29Wed
SAR 1.709
30Thu
SAR 2.256
01Fri
May
SAR 2.041
02Sat
SAR 2.307
03Sun
SAR 2.052
04Mon
SAR 2.863
05Tue
SAR 2.090
06Wed
SAR 1.803
07Thu
SAR 2.052
08Fri
SAR 1.562
09Sat
SAR 2.117
10Sun
SAR 1.810
11Mon
SAR 1.829
12Tue
SAR 3.547
13Wed
SAR 1.727
14Thu
SAR 1.829
15Fri
SAR 1.332
16Sat
SAR 4.123
17Sun
SAR 1.683
18Mon
SAR 1.621
19Tue
SAR 4.123
20Wed
SAR 5.161
21Thu
SAR 2.127
22Fri
SAR 1.838
23Sat
SAR 1.812
24Sun
SAR 1.129
25Mon
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Popular Airport Shanghai Pudong Intl. Airport
Popular Airlines China Eastern Airlines
Approximate Flight Duration 13 hour 40 min
Approximate Travel Distance 7244 Km

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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

DayMin - Max
Monday
cloudyMin 15ºC - Max 28ºC
Tuesday
clearMin 13ºC - Max 20ºC
Wednesday
rainMin 11ºC - Max 13ºC
Thursday
cloudyMin 11ºC - Max 18ºC
Friday
cloudyMin 10ºC - Max 23ºC
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