Busan to Shenyang (PUS–SHE) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
PUS–SHE is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. China Southern Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 535 miles in approximately 2h 10m. Beyond nonstop, 13 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CZ China Southern Airlines | 2 | 32N | 2h10 | – | SkyTeam | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
PUS: KST · SHE: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Busan, it's 5:00 PM in Shenyang.
South Korean passport holders can enter China visa-free for up to 15 days under China's expanded transit visa exemption policy (renewed through 2025, confirm validity before booking). This applies to tourism, business, and transit purposes at major ports of entry. For stays beyond 15 days, apply for a visa at the Chinese Embassy or Consulate in South Korea. A single-entry L (tourist) visa costs KRW 60,000 (about $45) and takes 4 working days. Express processing (2 days) costs KRW 90,000.
Passport must be valid for at least 6 months with two blank pages. For the visa-free entry, you need a return or onward ticket and proof of accommodation. For a visa application, submit the completed form from cova.mfa.gov.cn, a passport photo (48mm x 33mm, white background), flight itinerary, hotel bookings, and bank statements. Group tourist visas are available through authorized Korean travel agencies for organized tours.
Direct flights from Seoul Incheon to Beijing (2 hours), Shanghai (2 hours 15 minutes), and dozens of other Chinese cities run daily on Korean Air, Asiana, Air China, China Eastern, and budget carriers like T'way and Jin Air. China uses the Chinese yuan (CNY), trading at roughly 190 KRW per CNY 1. Cash is nearly obsolete in Chinese cities. Alipay now allows foreign passport holders to link Visa/Mastercard for mobile payments. No mandatory vaccinations. A VPN is needed for Google, KakaoTalk, and most Korean apps inside China.
Metro Line 2 runs ¥5 to central Shenyang in 30 minutes. Trains depart from the station directly below the terminal. Last train around 22:00; late arrivals need a taxi.
Taxis to the city center cost ¥50–80 (30–45 min). DiDi is available and costs ¥40–70. Airport buses serve Shenyang North Station and downtown hotels for ¥15–20. Rental car desks are in the arrivals hall.
Cold continental climate. One of the harshest winters of any major Chinese hub. January temperatures average −13°C with extremes below −20°C. Heavy snow and blowing snow are significant disruption risks from November through March. Ice on runways and taxiways causes frequent de-icing delays.
Summers (June–August) are warm and humid at 28–33°C, with occasional thunderstorms. Spring (April–May) is dry and windy with sandstorm risk from the Gobi affecting visibility. The most operationally stable months are September and October. Pack the heaviest possible cold-weather gear for winter travel. Temperatures occasionally drop below −25°C.
PUS–SHE Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from PUS to SHE
Gimhae International Airport (PUS) and Shenyang Taoxian International Airport (SHE) are connected by nonstop service from China Southern Airlines. With 2 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
PUS to SHE Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from PUS to SHE ranges from 2 hours 10 minutes. The route covers a distance of 535 miles (861 km). There are approximately 2 weekly flights outbound and 2 return, totaling 4 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
13 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 6 hours via XMN. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.