Jet lag is cumulative, and a poor layover in Shanghai shows up sectors later. Aircrew Travel plans Shanghai around the crew, not the other way round.
Timing light and sleep in Shanghai
Getting daylight at the right local time helps shift the body clock after landing at PVG. A dark, cool room does the rest.
Hydration, food and movement
Hydration, light meals and gentle movement ease the adjustment to Asia Pacific time zones during a Shanghai layover.
- Get daylight at the right local time in Shanghai
- Keep the room dark, cool and quiet
- Hydrate and keep late meals light
- Use short, strategic naps rather than one long sleep
Frequently asked questions
How do crews beat jet lag on a Shanghai layover?
Well-timed daylight, hydration, light meals and strategic naps — helped by a quiet hotel close to PVG.
Does hotel choice affect jet lag recovery in Shanghai?
Very much. A short transfer from PVG and a genuinely dark, quiet room give crews more usable recovery time.