Dalian (Ganjingzi) to Shanghai (Pudong) (DLC–PVG) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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DLC–PVG is served by 6 airlines with nonstop service. China Eastern Airlines, China Southern Airlines and Air China lead the route. The flight covers 541 miles in approximately 2h. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MU China Eastern Airlines Also: AF, EY, QF | 84 | 320, 321, 32N | 1h45-2h30 | – | SkyTeam | AF, EY, QF |
| CZ China Southern Airlines Also: BA | 49 | 321, 32N | 2h-2h10 | – | SkyTeam | BA |
| CA Air China Also: NZ, OS, SC | 28 | 320, 32A, 738 | 1h39-2h | – | Star Alliance | NZ, OS, SC |
| HO Juneyao Air Also: ZH | 28 | 320, 32N | 1h36-2h | – | – | ZH |
| 9C Spring Airlines | 24 | 320 | 1h55-2h10 | – | – | – |
| FM Shanghai Airlines | 7 | 738 | 2h05 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Shanghai (Pudong) from Dalian (Ganjingzi)
| Metric | DLC→PVG | YNT→PVG | YKH→PVG |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from DLC | – | 95 mi | 117 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 6 | 8 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 310 | 102 | 21 |
| Flight time | 2h | 1h 35m | 2h 10m |
Travel Essentials
DLC: CST · PVG: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Dalian (Ganjingzi), 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.
DLC–PVG Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from DLC to PVG
Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport (DLC) and Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) are connected by nonstop service from China Eastern Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Air China, Juneyao Air, Spring Airlines and Shanghai Airlines. With 310 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
DLC to PVG Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from DLC to PVG is about 2 hours gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 541 miles (870 km). There are approximately 310 weekly flights outbound and 338 return, totaling 648 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Qingdao Jiaodong, Yantai Penglai and Jinan Yaoqiang. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Yantai (YNT), Yingkou (Laobian) (YKH) and Weihai (WEH).