Chengdu (Shuangliu) to Shanghai (Pudong) (CTU–PVG) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
CTU–PVG is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. Air China, China Eastern Airlines and Empresa Ecuatoriana De Aviación lead the route. The flight covers 1,059 miles in approximately 2h 21m. Beyond nonstop, 63 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CA Air China Also: NZ, SC, ZH | 47 | 321, 32Q, 33F, 359 | 2h21-3h05 | – | Star Alliance | NZ, SC, ZH |
| MU China Eastern Airlines Also: 3U, AF, EY, QF | 21 | 321, 787 | 2h40-3h | – | SkyTeam | 3U, AF, EY, QF |
| EU Empresa Ecuatoriana De Aviación Also: 3U | 13 | 320 | 2h55 | – | – | 3U |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Shanghai (Pudong) from Chengdu (Shuangliu)
| Metric | CTU→PVG | TFU→PVG | MIG→PVG |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from CTU | – | 34 mi | 76 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 14 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 244 | 161 | 14 |
| Flight time | 2h 21m | 2h 25m | 2h 15m |
Travel Essentials
CTU: CST · PVG: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Chengdu (Shuangliu), 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.
CTU–PVG Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from CTU to PVG
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) and Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) are connected by nonstop service from Air China, Empresa Ecuatoriana De Aviación and China Eastern Airlines. With 244 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
CTU to PVG Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from CTU to PVG ranges from 2 hours 21 minutes to 3 hours 5 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,059 miles (1,704 km). There are approximately 244 weekly flights outbound and 244 return, totaling 488 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
63 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via BZX. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Chengdu (Jianyang) (TFU), Mianyang (Fucheng) (MIG) and Yibin (Cuiping) (YBP).