Shanghai (Pudong) to Algiers (PVG–ALG) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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While no nonstop service exists between PVG and ALG, connecting options are available through 23 hubs.
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
PVG: CST · ALG: CET
When it's 6:00 PM in Shanghai (Pudong), it's 11:00 AM in Algiers.
Chinese passport holders need a visa to enter Algeria. Apply in advance at the Algerian embassy in Beijing. There is no eVisa or visa-on-arrival option. The tourist visa is valid for up to 90 days and costs around CNY 500. Processing takes 10 to 15 business days.
You will need an invitation letter or confirmed hotel booking, a completed application form, two passport photos, proof of travel insurance, and your return flight ticket. Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the entry date. Algeria can be strict on documentation, so have everything ready before submitting.
The Maglev from Longyang Road Metro station covers the 30 km to Pudong in 8 minutes (¥50 one-way, ¥40 off-peak). The Maglev does not reach the city center directly; transfer to Metro Line 2 at Longyang Road. Metro Line 2 runs the full route from city center to PVG but takes 60–70 minutes and requires a terminal transfer at the airport.Taxis from People's Square cost ¥130–180 and take 45–75 minutes depending on traffic. The elevated highway is faster than surface roads. Ride-hail via DiDi is comparable in price.
PVG–ALG Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Connecting Options and Alternatives
23 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 17 hours via VIE. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.