Shanghai (Pudong) to Atlanta (PVG–ATL) — 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.

✦ 1-Stop connections via 10 hubs
ANC Anchorage 16h 27m 5YCACK AMBRDL Anchorage (ANC) to Atlanta flights
ICN Seoul 16h 54m 9CCZFM DLKE Seoul (ICN) to Atlanta flights
LAX Los Angeles 17h 10m 3SCACK AAAFAM Los Angeles (LAX) to Atlanta flights
DFW Dallas-Fort Worth 17h 19m AACZ AAACAF Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) to Atlanta flights
HND Tokyo 17h 42m 9CCAFM DLVN Tokyo (HND) to Atlanta flights
DTW Detroit 17h 48m DL AFAMDL Detroit (DTW) to Atlanta flights
YVR Vancouver 18h 4m ACMU DLWS Vancouver (YVR) to Atlanta flights
JFK New York 18h 34m MU AMB6DL New York (JFK) to Atlanta flights
SFO San Francisco 18h 57m MUUA AFAMCI San Francisco (SFO) to Atlanta flights
YYZ Toronto 20h 19m ACMU ACAMDL Toronto (YYZ) to Atlanta flights
1-STOP More options, longer trips
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Shanghai (Pudong) to Atlanta
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
-12h behind

While no nonstop service exists between PVG and ATL, 1-stop connecting options are available.

Connection Landscape

1-stop and 2-stop options for PVG to ATL.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
30
Hubs
~16h
Fastest
~47h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
2,503
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
PVG → ATL
72%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Arriving
72%
Return
ATL → PVG
100%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
100%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. ATL delays →

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-12h
Atlanta is 12 hours behind Shanghai (Pudong).
PVG: CST · ATL: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Shanghai (Pudong), it's 6:00 AM in Atlanta.
Visa & Entry

Chinese passport holders require a B1/B2 visa for tourism or business travel to the United States. The visa is typically issued for 10 years with multiple entries, allowing stays of up to 180 days per visit. An in-person interview at a US embassy or consulate is required, and the application fee is US $185. Holders of 10-year B visas must also enroll in EVUS (Electronic Visa Update System) every two years before travel.

Getting to PVG

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.

Getting from ATL

MARTA Gold Line connects the airport to downtown Atlanta (16 min, $2.50) and Buckhead (30 min). Taxis have a flat rate of $30 to downtown, $38 to Buckhead. Ride-shares are typically $20–35.

The SkyTrain people mover links the Domestic and International terminals, rental car center, and Georgia International Convention Center.

Atlanta Climate

Humid subtropical climate. Summers are hot and humid (30–35°C) with frequent afternoon thunderstorms that cause flight delays June through August. Winters are mild (2–10°C) with rare snowfall. Ice storms can shut down the airport when they hit.

Spring brings severe weather risk including tornadoes. Fall (September–November) is the most pleasant season for travel.

PVG–ATL Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Shanghai (Pudong) to Atlanta route.
Route details
Time difference-12 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connectionsAvailable
Origin: PVG
IATA / ICAOPVG / ZSPD
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Passengers/yr76.8M
Elevation13 ft / 4 m
Destination: ATL
IATA / ICAOATL / KATL
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr108.1M
Elevation1,026 ft / 313 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about PVG to ATL flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available, ranked by layover time. Common connecting points include Ted Stevens Anchorage, Incheon and Los Angeles.
Atlanta is 12 hours behind Shanghai (Pudong).
Yes, return flights from ATL to PVG are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Ted Stevens Anchorage, Incheon and Los Angeles. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.