Q: What is the cheapest month to fly to China?

Currently, the cheapest month for flights to China is May . The most expensive month for flights is December . The cheapest prices are shown above but prices will vary according to departure times, airlines, class and how early you book.

Question 1

What are the most popular places to fly to in China?

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The most popular places in China to fly to are Shanghai, Beijing, Guangzhou, Chengdu and Fuzhou.

Question 2

What is the cheapest month to fly to China?

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Currently, the cheapest month for flights to China is May. The most expensive month for flights is December. The cheapest prices are shown above but prices will vary according to departure times, airlines, class and how early you book.

Question 3

Can I find cheaper flights to China if I am willing to have layovers?

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Yes, flights with layovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to China on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

Question 4

What is the best airline to fly to China?

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Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Hong Kong Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to China.

Question 5

What is the cheapest airport to fly to in China?

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Jieyang Shantou is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in China. One-way flights to Jieyang Shantou typically cost C$ 52, while round-trip flights cost around C$ 107.

Question 6

Where does the fastest flight to China depart from?

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For those looking to save time traveling to China, Vancouver offers the quickest one-way flight (11 hours 20 minutes).

Question 7

Does Shanghai Hongqiao Intl have rental cars?

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Yes. Those touching down at Shanghai Hongqiao Intl can take advantage of the rental car services offered upon their arrival.

Question 8

Are there hotels close to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl?

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Yes. Shanghai Hongqiao Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Shanghai Hongqiao Airport Hotel - Air China is the closest property to Shanghai Hongqiao Intl (0.0 km away from Shanghai Hongqiao Intl).

Question 9

When is the cheapest time to fly to China?

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Users looking for the lowest fares to China should consider flying on Wednesday mornings, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Wednesday at noon, when prices are usually at their highest.

Question 10

What are the most popular airlines that fly to China?

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The most popular airlines flying from Toronto to China are China Southern, Air Canada and Cathay Pacific.

Question 11

How long is the flight to China?

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On average, a flight from Toronto to China takes 27 hours 56 minutes. Flights to China from other popular cities in Canada will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

Question 12

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to China?

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The cheapest airlines flying from Toronto to China are China Eastern, Royal Air Maroc and China Southern.

Question 13

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In terms of precipitation, rainfall in China ranges from 30.0 - 170.0 mm per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 170.0 mm. December is typically the driest time to visit China when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

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If weather is an important factor for your trip to China, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 4.0 C).

Question 15

What is good to know if travelling to China?

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China’s official currency is the yuan, which is divided into 10 chaio or jiao or 100 fen. You can only exchange yuan within China’s borders, so make sure you change all your money back before leaving. You can change money and traveller’s cheques, preferably in US dollars, at the Bank of China, which is closed weekends. Major credit cards are usually accepted in major cities, but outside the cities acceptance is limited. ATMs are hard to find outside of a major city. Friendship Stores accept most western currencies.

Canadians need a passport and visa to enter China.

China has hundreds of local dialects, but the country’s official language is Mandarin Chinese.

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