Shanghai (Pudong) to Zaventem (PVG–BRU) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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PVG–BRU is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Juneyao Air and Hainan Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 5,608 miles in approximately 11h 48m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HO Juneyao Air | 3 | 789 | 11h35 | – | – | – |
| HU Hainan Airlines | 3 | 789 | 12h | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
PVG: CST · BRU: CEST
When it's 6:00 PM in Shanghai (Pudong), it's 12:00 PM in Zaventem.
Chinese passport holders need a Schengen visa to enter Belgium. Apply at the Belgian embassy or a TLScontact visa centre in China. The short-stay visa (Type C) costs EUR 80 and allows stays up to 90 days within a 180-day period. Processing takes 15 calendar days, sometimes longer in peak season.
You will need a completed application form, two passport photos, travel insurance with EUR 30,000 minimum coverage, flight reservation, hotel bookings, and proof of funds. Bank statements from the last 3 months are standard. Your passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond your planned departure from the Schengen area and have at least 2 blank pages.
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.
The Airport Express train to Brussels Central takes 17 minutes (€11.80) and runs every 15–20 minutes from 05:30 to midnight. The platform is in the basement of the terminal building, no separate transfer needed.Taxis to central Brussels cost €40–55. For Ghent, direct trains run via Leuven (€20, 1h 10min). For Bruges, change at Brussels Midi (€22, 1h 30min total). Rental car desks are in the arrivals hall. Flixbus and other coach services connect from the airport to several European cities.
Temperate oceanic climate with mild, wet conditions year-round. Winters (December–February) are grey and damp at 1–7°C. Fog and freezing drizzle occasionally cause morning delays at BRU. Snow is possible but rarely heavy enough to close the airport.
Summers (June–August) are warm at 18–25°C with occasional thunderstorms. The airport sees its most operationally stable weather in spring (April–May) and early autumn (September). Pack waterproofs regardless of season. Brussels averages 160+ rain days per year.
PVG–BRU Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from PVG to BRU
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) and Brussels Airport (BRU) are connected by nonstop service from Juneyao Air and Hainan Airlines. With 6 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
PVG to BRU Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from PVG to BRU is about 11 hours 48 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 5,608 miles (9,025 km). There are approximately 6 weekly flights outbound and 6 return, totaling 12 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Amsterdam, Frankfurt Main and Munich. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.