Beijing to Shanghai (Pudong) (PEK–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.
PEK–PVG is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. Air China, China Eastern Airlines and Hainan Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 683 miles in approximately 2h 15m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CA Air China Also: LY, NZ, SC, ZH | 35 | 321, 333, 359, 77F | 1h42-2h35 | – | Star Alliance | LY, NZ, SC, ZH |
| MU China Eastern Airlines Also: 3U, AF, EY, QF | 35 | 321, 32N, 919 | 1h55-3h08 | – | SkyTeam | 3U, AF, EY, QF |
| HU Hainan Airlines | 7 | 73H | 2h20 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Shanghai (Pudong) from Beijing
| Metric | PEK→PVG | PKX→PVG | TSN→PVG |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from PEK | – | 41 mi | 77 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 12 | 10 |
| Weekly flights | 180 | 155 | 77 |
| Flight time | 2h 15m | 1h 45m | 1h 35m |
Travel Essentials
PEK: CST · PVG: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Beijing, it's 6:00 PM in Shanghai (Pudong).
Airport Express train runs from Dongzhimen or Sanyuanqiao (Line 10) to the airport in 16–20 minutes (¥25). Trains run every 10 minutes from 6am to 11pm and connect directly to Terminals 2 and 3. This bypasses Beijing's severe road congestion reliably.Taxis from central Beijing (Dongcheng/Xicheng districts) cost ¥80–120 and take 40–90 minutes depending on traffic and time of day. Express buses (¥25–30) serve major city hubs. Note that PKX (Daxing) is Beijing's second international airport; confirm your terminal before traveling.
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.
PEK–PVG Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from PEK to PVG
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) and Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) are connected by nonstop service from Air China, China Eastern Airlines and Hainan Airlines. With 180 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
PEK to PVG Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from PEK to PVG is about 2 hours 15 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 683 miles (1,100 km). There are approximately 180 weekly flights outbound and 172 return, totaling 352 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Dongying Shengli, Qingdao Jiaodong and Dalian Zhoushuizi. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Beijing (PKX), Tianjin (TSN) and Qinhuangdao (Changli) (BPE).