Bangkok to Shanghai (Pudong) (BKK–PVG) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
BKK–PVG is served by 8 airlines with nonstop service. Shanghai Airlines, China Eastern Airlines and Spring Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 1,800 miles in approximately 4h 20m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FM Shanghai Airlines | 49 | 332, 738, 7M8 | 4h03-4h55 | – | – | – |
| MU China Eastern Airlines Also: KQ | 35 | 320, 32N, 738, 789 | 4h20-4h45 | – | SkyTeam | KQ |
| 9C Spring Airlines | 28 | 320, 321 | 4h07-4h35 | – | – | – |
| TG Thai Airways Also: PG | 14 | 359, 789 | 4h15 | – | Star Alliance | PG |
| HO Juneyao Air | 7 | 320 | 4h20 | – | – | – |
| VZ MyTravel Airways | 7 | 737 | 4h35 | – | – | – |
| QF Qantas | 2 | 74Y | 3h53-4h35 | – | Oneworld | – |
| CA Air China | 0 | – | – | – | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Shanghai (Pudong) from Bangkok
| Metric | BKK→PVG | DMK→PVG |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from BKK | – | 19 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 8 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 163 | 4 |
| Flight time | 4h 20m | 4h 15m |
Travel Essentials
BKK: +07 · PVG: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Bangkok, it's 7:00 PM in Shanghai (Pudong).
Thai passport holders enter China visa-free for stays up to 30 days under a mutual visa exemption agreement that took effect March 1, 2026. No advance application is needed. The 30-day stay cannot be extended in country. Total time in China must not exceed 90 days within any 180-day period. This covers tourism and business visits only. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry.
Airport Rail Link (ARL) runs from Phaya Thai station to Suvarnabhumi in 30 minutes (฿45 City Line; ฿90–130 Express, though Express service is often suspended). Trains run 6am to midnight. Transfer at Makkasan for MRT or Phaya Thai for BTS Skytrain.Metered taxis cost ฿250–400 from central Bangkok plus expressway tolls (฿50–75); expect 40–90 minutes depending on traffic. Avoid non-metered taxis; insist on the meter. Ride-share apps (Grab) are widely used and typically cost ฿200–350.
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.
BKK–PVG Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from BKK to PVG
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) and Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) are connected by nonstop service from Shanghai Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Spring Airlines, Thai Airways, Juneyao Air, MyTravel Airways, Qantas and Air China. With 163 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
BKK to PVG Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from BKK to PVG is about 4 hours 20 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,800 miles (2,897 km). There are approximately 163 weekly flights outbound and 168 return, totaling 331 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Nanning Wuxu, Noi Bai and Guangzhou Baiyun. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Bangkok (DMK).