Shanghai (Pudong) to Stockholm (PVG–ARN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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PVG–ARN is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. China Eastern Airlines and Air China lead the route. The flight covers 4,834 miles in approximately 11h 20m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MU China Eastern Airlines | 3 | 332 | 11h20 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| CA Air China | 0 | – | – | – | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
PVG: CST · ARN: CEST
When it's 6:00 PM in Shanghai (Pudong), it's 12:00 PM in Stockholm.
Chinese passport holders require a Schengen visa to enter Sweden. Applications are submitted through the Swedish embassy or a VFS Global centre in China, and stays of up to 90 days within any 180-day period are permitted. Passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond the planned departure from the Schengen zone with at least two blank pages. The 90-day limit is shared across all Schengen member states.
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.
Arlanda Express (SEK 280–320) to Stockholm Central in 18 minutes. Departures every 15 minutes from platforms in the terminal. The Pendeltåg (SEK 145 including airport supplement) takes 40 minutes and departs from Arlanda Central station, a short walk or free shuttle from the terminals.Taxis to central Stockholm: SEK 600–800. Uber: SEK 400–600. Several rental car brands operate from ARN. Flygbussarna coaches serve Uppsala (1h, SEK 120) and other regional cities. The airport is 45km north of Stockholm.
Subarctic maritime climate. Winters (December–February) are cold at −7–2°C with reliable snowfall. ARN is well-equipped for winter operations with heated jet bridges and continuous de-icing capability, but major snowstorms still cause delays. Daylight is very limited. December averages fewer than 7 hours.
Summers (June–August) are mild and long at 18–24°C with up to 19 hours of daylight. Operations are very stable. Fog can form on calm, clear autumn nights (September–November). Spring snow in April is not unusual. Pack thermal layers for any winter visit.
PVG–ARN Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from PVG to ARN
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) and Stockholm-Arlanda Airport (ARN) are connected by nonstop service from China Eastern Airlines and Air China. With 3 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
PVG to ARN Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from PVG to ARN is about 11 hours 20 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 4,834 miles (7,780 km). There are approximately 3 weekly flights outbound and 3 return, totaling 6 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Beijing Capital, Chengdu Shuangliu and Helsinki Vantaa. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.