Beijing to Shanghai (Pudong) (PEK–PVG) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
PEK–PVG is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. China Eastern Airlines, Air China and Hainan Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 683 miles in approximately 1h 37m. Beyond nonstop, 146 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MU China Eastern Airlines Also: 3U, AF, EY, QF | 35 | 321, 32N | 1h55-2h40 | – | SkyTeam | 3U, AF, EY, QF |
| CA Air China Also: LY, NZ, SC, ZH | 30 | 321, 333, 359, 77F | 1h37-2h35 | – | Star Alliance | LY, NZ, SC, ZH |
| 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 | 166 | 133 | 78 |
| Flight time | 1h 37m | 1h 55m | 2h |
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, Hainan Airlines and China Eastern Airlines. With 166 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
PEK to PVG Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from PEK to PVG ranges from 1 hours 37 minutes to 2 hours 40 minutes. The route covers a distance of 683 miles (1,100 km). There are approximately 166 weekly flights outbound and 149 return, totaling 315 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
146 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via SHA. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Beijing (PKX), Tianjin (TSN) and Qinhuangdao (Changli) (BPE).