Lijiang to Shanghai (Pudong) (LJG–PVG) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
LJG–PVG is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. Spring Airlines, Juneyao Air and Jet Aviation Flight Services lead the route. The flight covers 1,338 miles in approximately 3h 10m. Beyond nonstop, 38 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9C Spring Airlines | 21 | 320 | 3h20-3h30 | – | – | – |
| HO Juneyao Air Also: CA, MU | 14 | 320, 32N | 3h20-3h30 | – | – | CA, MU |
| JD Jet Aviation Flight Services | 7 | 320 | 3h10 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Shanghai (Pudong) from Lijiang
| Metric | LJG→PVG | DLU→PVG | XIC→PVG |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from LJG | – | 71 mi | 150 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 2 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 62 | 20 | 8 |
| Flight time | 3h 10m | 3h 25m | 2h 50m |
Travel Essentials
LJG: CST · PVG: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Lijiang, 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.
LJG–PVG Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from LJG to PVG
Lijiang Sanyi International Airport (LJG) and Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) are connected by nonstop service from Spring Airlines, Juneyao Air and Jet Aviation Flight Services. With 62 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
LJG to PVG Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from LJG to PVG ranges from 3 hours 10 minutes to 3 hours 30 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,338 miles (2,153 km). There are approximately 62 weekly flights outbound and 84 return, totaling 146 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
38 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via HGH. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Dali (Xiaguan) (DLU), Liangshan (Xichang) (XIC) and Baoshan (Tengchong) (TCZ).