Norfolk to Shanghai (Pudong) (ORF–PVG) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

ORF Airport Page →
7,594 mi airlines charter/private ~1/wk
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Connecting Flight Schedule 5 1-stop flights Verified 3w ago
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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.

✦ 1-Stop connections via 5 hubs
ORD Chicago 17h 51m AAACGF 5YCACK Chicago (ORD) to Shanghai (Pudong) flights
JFK New York 19h 2m AAAMAY CACKMU New York (JFK) to Shanghai (Pudong) flights
DFW Dallas-Fort Worth 20h 8m AAASJL AACZ Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) to Shanghai (Pudong) flights
DTW Detroit 21h 25m AMDLKE DL Detroit (DTW) to Shanghai (Pudong) flights
LAX Los Angeles ~21h 21m MX 5YCACK Los Angeles (LAX) to Shanghai (Pudong) flights
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Norfolk to Shanghai (Pudong)
Flown by charter / private operators — no scheduled airline service.
7,594 mi 0h 12m nonstop +12h ahead

ORF–PVG has no scheduled airline service; it is flown by charter / private operators. 1-stop connecting options are also available.

Connection Landscape

1-stop and 2-stop options for ORF to PVG.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
5
Hubs
~17h
Fastest
~21h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
597
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.

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
ORF → PVG
100%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
100%
Return
PVG → ORF
100%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
100%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. ORF delays →

Other ways to reach Shanghai (Pudong) from Norfolk

Nearby airports with service to Shanghai Pudong International Airport.
Metric ORF→PVG PGV→PVG IAD→PVG
Distance from ORF 109 mi 157 mi
Nonstop airlines 1 2
Weekly flights ~1 1
Flight time 0h 12m 0h 32m 0h 50m
Departure OTP 100%
Airports within 200 miles of ORF with service to Shanghai Pudong International Airport.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+12h
Shanghai (Pudong) is 12 hours ahead of Norfolk.
ORF: EDT · PVG: CST

When it's 6:00 PM in Norfolk, it's 6:00 AM (next day) in Shanghai (Pudong).
Distance & Flight Time
7,594 mi / 12,221 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 0h 12m gate to gate.
Visa & Entry

US passport holders can enter China visa-free for stays up to 30 days under a temporary policy running through December 31, 2026. This covers tourism, business visits, and transit. No advance application is needed. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry.

For stays beyond 30 days, a standard visa from a Chinese embassy or consulate is required before departure. Separate 144-hour and 72-hour visa-free transit programs exist at select airports for travelers continuing to a third country.

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.

ORF–PVG Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Norfolk to Shanghai (Pudong) route.
Route details
Distance7,594 mi / 12,221 km
Flight time0h 12m
Time difference+12 hours
Airlines (nonstop)Charter / private
Weekly flights~1 out
1-stop connectionsAvailable
Origin: ORF
IATA / ICAOORF / KORF
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr4.9M
Elevation26 ft / 8 m
Destination: PVG
IATA / ICAOPVG / ZSPD
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Passengers/yr76.8M
Elevation13 ft / 4 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about ORF to PVG flights.
Nonstop flights from Norfolk International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport take about 0h 12m gate to gate. The route covers 7,594 miles.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available, ranked by layover time. Common connecting points include Chicago O'Hare, John F. Kennedy and Dallas Fort Worth.
On a single ticket, yes. Your bags are checked through to PVG and move between planes without you. On two separate tickets you collect your bags at the connecting airport and recheck them, so build in extra layover time.
Shanghai (Pudong) is 12 hours ahead of Norfolk.
Nearby alternatives include PGV and IAD. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from ORF to PVG

Norfolk International Airport (ORF) and Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

ORF to PVG Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from ORF to PVG is about 0 hours 12 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 7,594 miles (12,221 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Chicago O'Hare, John F. Kennedy and Dallas Fort Worth. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Greenville (PGV) and Dulles (IAD).