Changchun to Shanghai (Pudong) (CGQ–PVG) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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CGQ–PVG is served by 6 airlines with nonstop service. China Southern Airlines, Shanghai Airlines and Spring Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 913 miles in approximately 2h 30m. Beyond nonstop, 52 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CZ China Southern Airlines Also: 3U, BA | 42 | 320, 321, 32Q | 2h45-3h | – | SkyTeam | 3U, BA |
| FM Shanghai Airlines Also: MU | 39 | 738, 7M8 | 2h35-3h05 | – | – | MU |
| 9C Spring Airlines | 14 | 320 | 2h45-2h55 | – | – | – |
| CA Air China Also: NZ, SC | 14 | 320, 321 | 2h30-2h45 | – | Star Alliance | NZ, SC |
| HO Juneyao Air Also: 3U, AY, MU | 14 | 320, 32N | 2h45 | – | – | 3U, AY, MU |
| AF Air France | 7 | 32N | 2h45 | – | SkyTeam | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Shanghai (Pudong) from Changchun
| Metric | CGQ→PVG | YSQ→PVG | HRB→PVG |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from CGQ | – | 85 mi | 116 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 6 | 1 | 16 |
| Weekly flights | 193 | 2 | 250 |
| Flight time | 2h 30m | 2h 50m | 2h 51m |
Travel Essentials
CGQ: CST · PVG: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Changchun, it's 6:00 PM in Shanghai (Pudong).
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.
CGQ–PVG Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Changchun to Shanghai Pudong: Northeast China to the Yangtze Delta
CGQ-PVG connects Changchun, the capital of Jilin Province and a centre for automotive manufacturing including FAW Group, to Shanghai, China's financial and commercial capital. Close to 119 weekly nonstop flights operate the route across Shanghai Airlines, China Southern, Spring Airlines, Air China, and Juneyao Airlines. Shanghai Airlines holds the largest seat share with 46 weekly nonstop departures. Block time is 2 hours 50 minutes. The corridor carries business traffic between Jilin's industrial base and Shanghai's finance and trade ecosystem, as well as returning workers and students moving between northeast China and the Yangtze Delta region.
Airport Notes and Northeast China Context
Changchun Longjia International Airport (CGQ) is the primary airport for both Changchun and Jilin City, two of Jilin Province's main urban centres. The airport is 32 km from central Changchun and connects to the city via a light-rail metro extension. Shanghai Pudong International (PVG) is one of the world's busiest cargo and passenger airports. Its Maglev connection to the city is the fastest airport-to-city public transit link in regular operation globally. CGQ-PVG frequency reflects the volume of movement between northeast China and the coastal economic zones. Winter at Changchun is severe, with temperatures regularly below -20°C; CGQ is equipped for winter operations but de-icing queues can add 20 to 40 minutes to departure times during heavy snowfall periods from November through March.