Addis Ababa to Shanghai (Pudong) (ADD–PVG) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
ADD–PVG is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Air China and Ethiopian Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 5,488 miles in approximately 10h 35m. Beyond nonstop, 29 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CA Air China | 7 | 359 | 10h35 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| ET Ethiopian Airlines | 7 | 359 | 10h35 | – | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
ADD: EAT · PVG: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Addis Ababa, it's 11:00 PM in Shanghai (Pudong).
Ethiopian passport holders need a visa to enter China. Apply at the Chinese embassy in Addis Ababa. The single-entry tourist visa (L visa) costs USD 60 and is valid for 30 days. Double-entry costs USD 80. Processing takes 4 to 5 business days for standard service. Express processing (2 to 3 days) costs an extra USD 20.
Required documents include a completed application form, a recent passport photo with white background, passport with at least 6 months validity and 2 blank pages, round-trip flight booking, proof of hotel reservations for each night of your stay, and a detailed travel itinerary. If staying with someone in China, you need an invitation letter from them plus a copy of their Chinese ID.
China has transit visa exemptions (24-hour, 72-hour, or 144-hour) for certain airports and nationalities. Ethiopian passport holders are eligible for the 144-hour transit visa-free policy at selected airports including Beijing, Shanghai, and Guangzhou if transiting to a third country. You must hold a confirmed onward ticket departing within the time limit and stay within the designated area.
Maglev to Longyang Road (8 min, ¥50) is a fast exit; transfer to Metro Line 2 onward. Metro Line 2 runs directly from PVG T1/T2 to People's Square and Hongqiao Airport (1.5–2 hrs, ¥7). Taxis have a meter; expect ¥130–200 to Puxi (west side) depending on destination and traffic tunnels used.Airport buses serve multiple city zones (¥22–36, 60–90 min). DiDi ride-hail is available and typically cheaper than street taxis for longer distances.
Humid subtropical climate with four distinct seasons. Summers (June–August) are hot and oppressively humid (28–37°C) with typhoon risk. Storms can cause flight cancellations with little warning. Winters (December–February) are cold and damp (1–8°C) with occasional frost. Dense fog disrupts departures regularly in January–February.
Spring is rainy and mild. Autumn (October–November) is the most settled period. Clear skies and 12–22°C make it the best window for travel. Pack layers for shoulder seasons. An umbrella is useful year-round.
ADD–PVG Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from ADD to PVG
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) and Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) are connected by nonstop service from Air China and Ethiopian Airlines. With 14 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
ADD to PVG Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from ADD to PVG ranges from 10 hours 35 minutes. The route covers a distance of 5,488 miles (8,831 km). There are approximately 14 weekly flights outbound and 7 return, totaling 21 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
29 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 14 hours via BAH. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.