Harbin to Shanghai (Pudong) (HRB–PVG) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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HRB–PVG is served by 7 airlines with nonstop service. China Eastern Airlines, China Southern Airlines and Spring Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 1,029 miles in approximately 3h 5m. 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: 3U, AF, EY, KL, QF | 49 | 320, 321, 32N, 738, 7M8 | 2h50-3h30 | – | SkyTeam | 3U, AF, EY, KL, QF |
| CZ China Southern Airlines Also: 3U, BA | 35 | 321, 32N, 32Q | 3h-3h15 | – | SkyTeam | 3U, BA |
| 9C Spring Airlines | 14 | 320 | 3h-3h10 | – | – | – |
| HO Juneyao Air Also: 3U, AY, ZH | 14 | 320, 32N | 3h-3h10 | – | – | 3U, AY, ZH |
| CA Air China Also: NZ, SC, ZH | 7 | – | – | – | Star Alliance | NZ, SC, ZH |
| FM Shanghai Airlines | 7 | 738 | 2h31 | – | – | – |
| MF Xiamen Air Also: 3U | 7 | 738 | 3h10 | – | – | 3U |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Shanghai (Pudong) from Harbin
| Metric | HRB→PVG | YSQ→PVG | CGQ→PVG |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from HRB | – | 95 mi | 116 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 7 | 1 | 13 |
| Weekly flights | 264 | 2 | 207 |
| Flight time | 3h 5m | 2h 50m | 2h 17m |
Travel Essentials
HRB: CST · PVG: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Harbin, it's 6:00 PM in Shanghai (Pudong).
Harbin Metro Line 3 connects the city centre and Harbin Railway Station to Taiping International Airport in 40–50 minutes for CNY 6–10, running from around 06:00 to 22:30. Airport shuttle buses also operate from major city hotels and the railway station for CNY 20. The airport is about 33 km west of the city centre.DiDi and taxis from downtown cost CNY 60–100 depending on traffic. In winter, factor in additional time for road conditions; Harbin is one of China's coldest cities and ice and snow on approach roads can significantly slow travel. Driving via Airport Expressway takes 35–55 minutes.
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.
HRB–PVG Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Harbin to Shanghai Pudong: Northeast China to Financial Hub
The Harbin–Shanghai Pudong segment is the southbound complement to PVG–HRB, connecting Heilongjiang Province's provincial capital with China's primary commercial and financial center. Nine carriers operate 254 weekly departures, reflecting the southbound migration of travelers and workers returning from Harbin's winter tourism season and Lunar New Year visits. Air China, China Eastern, and China Southern provide the bulk of capacity, supplemented by Spring Airlines.
Demand Patterns: Festival and Tourism Cycles
The HRB–PVG southbound peak follows the conclusion of the Ice Festival in late February and the Lunar New Year holiday, when visitors and migrant workers return to Shanghai and other eastern cities. Flights in the post-festival period are consistently among the most heavily booked on this route. Book early during those windows.