Lijiang to Shanghai (Pudong) (LJG–PVG) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
LJG–PVG is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. Spring Airlines, Juneyao Air and Air China lead the route. The flight covers 1,338 miles in approximately 3h 25m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9C Spring Airlines | 14 | 320 | 3h30 | – | – | – |
| HO Juneyao Air Also: MU, ZH | 13 | 320 | 3h25 | – | – | MU, ZH |
| CA Air China Also: ZH | 7 | 32N | 3h25 | – | Star Alliance | ZH |
| JD Jet Aviation Flight Services Also: HU | 7 | 320 | 3h45 | – | – | HU |
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 | 4 | 3 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 71 | 24 | 7 |
| Flight time | 3h 25m | 3h 25m | 3h 5m |
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, Air China and Jet Aviation Flight Services. With 71 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
LJG to PVG Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from LJG to PVG is about 3 hours 25 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,338 miles (2,153 km). There are approximately 71 weekly flights outbound and 104 return, totaling 175 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Wuhan Tianhe, Chengdu Shuangliu and Guiyang Longdongbao. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Dali (Xiaguan) (DLU), Liangshan (Xichang) (XIC) and Baoshan (Tengchong) (TCZ).