Lincang to Shanghai (Pudong) (LNJ–PVG) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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MU9701
MU China Eastern
737
12:30 PM
CST TT2
3:55 PM
CST
3h 25m
M T W T F S S
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MU9702
MU China Eastern
737
7:15 AM
CST TS1
11:50 AM
CST
4h 35m
M T W T F S S
Prices

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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.

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Lincang to Shanghai (Pudong)
1 carrier, 3 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 3 Flights/wk 1,427 mi 3h 25m nonstop 1 1-stop hubs

LNJ–PVG is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. China Eastern Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 1,427 miles in approximately 3h 25m. Beyond nonstop, 1 hub offers 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop LNJ–PVG service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
MU China Eastern Airlines 3 737 3h25 SkyTeam
Aircraft on this route
737 Boeing 737-700 – MU
Alliance coverage
SkyTeam: MU (3 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, LNJ to PVG direction.
Mon
0
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Tue
1
flight
Wed
0
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Thu
1
flight
Fri
0
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Sat
1
flight
Sun
0
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Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
1
Nonstop flights
3
Outbound / wk
3
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for LNJ to PVG.
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One-Stop Connections
1
Hubs
~17h
Fastest
~17h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
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Two-Stop Connections
87
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.

Other ways to reach Shanghai (Pudong) from Lincang

Nearby airports with service to Shanghai Pudong International Airport.
Metric LNJ→PVG LUM→PVG TCZ→PVG
Distance from LNJ 105 mi 128 mi
Nonstop airlines 1 2 1
Weekly flights 3 28 7
Flight time 3h 25m 3h 5m 3h
Airports within 200 miles of LNJ with service to Shanghai Pudong International Airport.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
0h
Shanghai (Pudong) is 0 hours the same as Lincang.
LNJ: CST · PVG: CST

When it's 6:00 PM in Lincang, it's 6:00 PM in Shanghai (Pudong).
Distance & Flight Time
1,427 mi / 2,297 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 3h 25m.
Getting from PVG

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.

Shanghai (Pudong) Climate

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.

LNJ–PVG Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Lincang to Shanghai (Pudong) route.
Route details
Distance1,427 mi / 2,297 km
Flight time3h 25m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights3 out / 3 return
1-stop connections1 hubs
Origin: LNJ
IATA / ICAOLNJ / ZPLC
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Elevation6,230 ft / 1,899 m
Destination: PVG
IATA / ICAOPVG / ZSPD
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Passengers/yr76.8M
Elevation13 ft / 4 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about LNJ to PVG flights.
Nonstop flights from Lincang Boshang Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport take approximately 3h 25m. The route covers 1,427 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: China Eastern Airlines.
There are approximately 3 nonstop flights per week from LNJ to PVG. The return direction has about 3 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through KMG. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Yes, return flights from PVG to LNJ are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include LUM, TCZ and JHG. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from LNJ to PVG

Lincang Boshang Airport (LNJ) and Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) are connected by nonstop service from China Eastern Airlines. With 3 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

LNJ to PVG Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from LNJ to PVG ranges from 3 hours 25 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,427 miles (2,297 km). There are approximately 3 weekly flights outbound and 3 return, totaling 6 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

1 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 17 hours via KMG. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Dehong (Mangshi) (LUM), Baoshan (Tengchong) (TCZ) and Jinghong (Gasa) (JHG).