Yinchuan to Shanghai (Pudong) (INC–PVG) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
INC–PVG is served by 5 airlines with nonstop service. Sichuan Airlines, Etihad Airways and China Eastern Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 1,004 miles in approximately 2h 40m. Beyond nonstop, 41 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3U Sichuan Airlines | 14 | 320, 738 | 2h50-3h | – | – | – |
| EY Etihad Airways | 14 | 32N, 738 | 2h40-2h55 | – | – | – |
| MU China Eastern Airlines | 14 | 321, 32N | 2h45-2h55 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| GJ Loong Air | 7 | 320 | 2h50 | – | – | – |
| CA Air China | 3 | 321 | 2h50 | – | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Shanghai (Pudong) from Yinchuan
| Metric | INC→PVG | UYN→PVG | IQN→PVG |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from INC | – | 173 mi | 186 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 5 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 52 | 7 | 3 |
| Flight time | 2h 40m | 2h 25m | 2h 35m |
Travel Essentials
INC: CST · PVG: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Yinchuan, 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.
INC–PVG Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from INC to PVG
Yinchuan Hedong International Airport (INC) and Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) are connected by nonstop service from Sichuan Airlines, Air China, Etihad Airways, Loong Air and China Eastern Airlines. With 52 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
INC to PVG Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from INC to PVG ranges from 2 hours 40 minutes to 3 hours 0 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,004 miles (1,616 km). There are approximately 52 weekly flights outbound and 52 return, totaling 104 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
41 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 Yulin (UYN), Qingyang (Xifeng) (IQN) and Lanzhou (Yongdeng) (LHW).