Phuket to Shanghai (Pudong) (HKT–PVG) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
HKT–PVG is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. Spring Airlines, Shanghai Airlines and Juneyao Air lead the route. The flight covers 2,196 miles in approximately 5h. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9C Spring Airlines | 21 | 320 | 4h25-5h25 | – | – | – |
| FM Shanghai Airlines Also: MU | 21 | 738, 7M8 | 4h45-5h25 | – | – | MU |
| HO Juneyao Air Also: MU | 0 | – | – | – | – | MU |
| SL Thai Lion Air | 0 | – | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
HKT: +07 · PVG: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Phuket, it's 7:00 PM in Shanghai (Pudong).
Thai passport holders enter China visa-free for stays up to 30 days under a mutual visa exemption agreement that took effect March 1, 2026. No advance application is needed. The 30-day stay cannot be extended in country. Total time in China must not exceed 90 days within any 180-day period. This covers tourism and business visits only. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry.
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.
HKT–PVG Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from HKT to PVG
Phuket International Airport (HKT) and Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) are connected by nonstop service from Spring Airlines, Shanghai Airlines, Juneyao Air and Thai Lion Air. With 42 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
HKT to PVG Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from HKT to PVG is about 5 hours gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 2,196 miles (3,534 km). There are approximately 42 weekly flights outbound and 42 return, totaling 84 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Don Mueang, Suvarnabhumi and Guangzhou Baiyun. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.