Haikou (Meilan) to Shanghai (Pudong) (HAK–PVG) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
HAK–PVG is served by 10 airlines with nonstop service. China Eastern Airlines, China Southern Airlines and Shanghai Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 1,047 miles in approximately 2h 28m. Beyond nonstop, 91 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MU China Eastern Airlines | 24 | 320, 32N, 738 | 2h30-2h50 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| CZ China Southern Airlines | 21 | 321, 32Q | 2h41-2h55 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| FM Shanghai Airlines | 17 | 738, 7M8 | 2h30-2h45 | – | – | – |
| 3U Sichuan Airlines | 14 | 320, 321 | 2h45-2h55 | – | – | – |
| HO Juneyao Air | 9 | 320, 32N | 2h50-3h | – | – | – |
| AQ 9 Air | 7 | 738 | 5h30 | – | – | – |
| CA Air China | 7 | 321 | 2h28 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| EY Etihad Airways | 7 | 32N | 2h40 | – | – | – |
| HU Hainan Airlines | 7 | 73H | 2h45 | – | – | – |
| AF Air France | 5 | 32N | 2h35 | – | SkyTeam | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Shanghai (Pudong) from Haikou (Meilan)
| Metric | HAK→PVG | BAR→PVG | ZHA→PVG |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from HAK | – | 55 mi | 107 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 10 | 1 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 125 | 7 | 42 |
| Flight time | 2h 28m | 2h 55m | 2h 14m |
Travel Essentials
HAK: CST · PVG: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Haikou (Meilan), it's 6:00 PM in Shanghai (Pudong).
Haikou Metro Line 1 connects Meilan International Airport to the city centre in 30–40 minutes for CNY 6–10. The metro runs from roughly 06:30 to 22:30. Airport shuttle buses depart from the central bus station (CNY 15–20). The airport is located about 25 km east of downtown Haikou.DiDi and taxis from the city centre cost CNY 50–90 depending on traffic. Driving via the Haikou Ring Expressway takes 25–40 minutes. Parking is available in the terminal complex.
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.
HAK–PVG Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from HAK to PVG
Haikou Meilan International Airport (HAK) and Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) are connected by nonstop service from Sichuan Airlines, Air France, 9 Air, Air China, China Southern Airlines, Etihad Airways, Shanghai Airlines, Juneyao Air, Hainan Airlines and China Eastern Airlines. With 125 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
HAK to PVG Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from HAK to PVG ranges from 2 hours 28 minutes to 5 hours 30 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,047 miles (1,686 km). There are approximately 125 weekly flights outbound and 115 return, totaling 240 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
91 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via SHA. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Qionghai (Basuo) (BAR), Zhanjiang (ZHA) and Sanya (Tianya) (SYX).