Boston to Shanghai (Pudong) (BOS–PVG) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Connecting Flight Schedule 32 1-stop flights
No nonstop service between BOS and PVG. Nearest airports to BOS with scheduled service: Laurence G Hanscom Field (BED, 16 mi) · Manchester-Boston Regional Airport (MHT, 45 mi) · Worcester Regional Airport (ORH, 45 mi)
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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.

✦ 1-Stop connections via 10 hubs
JFK New York 17h 31m AAAFAM CACKMU New York (JFK) to Shanghai (Pudong) flights
YYZ Toronto 17h 43m ACAZEK ACCZMU Toronto (YYZ) to Shanghai (Pudong) flights
ORD Chicago 18h 9m AAASAV 5YCACK Chicago (ORD) to Shanghai (Pudong) flights
NRT Narita 18h 13m JLMH 9CCACZ Narita (NRT) to Shanghai (Pudong) flights
DTW Detroit 18h 58m AMB6DL DL Detroit (DTW) to Shanghai (Pudong) flights
ICN Seoul 19h 11m KE 9CCZFM Seoul (ICN) to Shanghai (Pudong) flights
FRA Frankfurt am Main 19h 45m DELHRO AZCACZ Frankfurt am Main (FRA) to Shanghai (Pudong) flights
AMS Amsterdam 19h 53m AFB6DL CACZKL Amsterdam (AMS) to Shanghai (Pudong) flights
LGW London 19h 54m B6 CAMU London (LGW) to Shanghai (Pudong) flights
LAX Los Angeles 20h 1m AAAZB6 5YCACK Los Angeles (LAX) to Shanghai (Pudong) flights
1-STOP More options, longer trips
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Boston to Shanghai (Pudong)
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
+12h ahead

While no nonstop service exists between BOS and PVG, 1-stop connecting options are available.

Connection Landscape

1-stop and 2-stop options for BOS to PVG.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
32
Hubs
~17h
Fastest
~33h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
2,683
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
BOS → PVG
100%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
100%
Return
PVG → BOS
100%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
100%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. BOS delays →

Other ways to reach Shanghai (Pudong) from Boston

Nearby airports with service to Shanghai Pudong International Airport.
Metric BOS→PVG HYA→PVG
Distance from BOS 61 mi
Nonstop airlines 1
Weekly flights
Departure OTP 100%
Airports within 200 miles of BOS with service to Shanghai Pudong International Airport.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+12h
Shanghai (Pudong) is 12 hours ahead of Boston.
BOS: EDT · PVG: CST

When it's 6:00 PM in Boston, it's 6:00 AM (next day) in Shanghai (Pudong).
Visa & Entry

US passport holders can enter China visa-free for stays up to 30 days under a temporary policy running through December 31, 2026. This covers tourism, business visits, and transit. No advance application is needed. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry.

For stays beyond 30 days, a standard visa from a Chinese embassy or consulate is required before departure. Separate 144-hour and 72-hour visa-free transit programs exist at select airports for travelers continuing to a third country.

Getting to BOS

MBTA Silver Line SL1 bus runs from South Station (Red Line, Amtrak) through the Ted Williams Tunnel to all Logan terminals; free from the airport, $2.40 inbound. Journey from South Station takes 15–20 minutes depending on traffic. The Blue Line Aquarium station connects to a free water taxi ($12) across the harbor to Logan; scenic but weather-dependent.Taxis from downtown Boston cost $30–45 with the Ted Williams Tunnel toll included. Ride-hails are comparable. The Sumner and Ted Williams tunnels both serve the airport; check traffic before departing, as both frequently back up. Logan is only 3 miles from downtown but tunnel congestion often extends that to 30+ minutes.

Getting from PVG

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.

Shanghai (Pudong) Climate

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.

BOS–PVG Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Boston to Shanghai (Pudong) route.
Route details
Time difference+12 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connectionsAvailable
Origin: BOS
IATA / ICAOBOS / KBOS
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr42.2M
Elevation20 ft / 6 m
Destination: PVG
IATA / ICAOPVG / ZSPD
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Passengers/yr76.8M
Elevation13 ft / 4 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about BOS to PVG flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available, ranked by layover time. Common connecting points include John F. Kennedy, Toronto Pearson and Chicago O'Hare.
On a single ticket, yes. Your bags are checked through to PVG and move between planes without you. On two separate tickets you collect your bags at the connecting airport and recheck them, so build in extra layover time.
Shanghai (Pudong) is 12 hours ahead of Boston.
Yes, return flights from PVG to BOS are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include HYA. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via John F. Kennedy, Toronto Pearson and Chicago O'Hare. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Hyannis (HYA).