Shanghai (Pudong) to Cebu City/Lapu-Lapu City (PVG–CEB) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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MU China Eastern
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Shanghai (Pudong) to Cebu City/Lapu-Lapu City
1 carrier, 3 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 3 Flights/wk 1,446 mi 4h 25m nonstop 16 1-stop hubs

PVG–CEB is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. China Eastern Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 1,446 miles in approximately 4h 25m. Beyond nonstop, 16 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

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Carriers on this route

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop PVG–CEB service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
MU China Eastern Airlines 3 738 4h25 – SkyTeam –
Aircraft on this route
738 Boeing 737-800 – MU
Alliance coverage
SkyTeam: MU (3 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.
Schedule

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, PVG to CEB direction.
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Tue
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Wed
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Thu
1
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Fri
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Sat
1
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Sun
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Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
1
Nonstop flights
3
Outbound / wk
3
Return / wk
Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for PVG to CEB.
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One-Stop Connections
16
Hubs
~6h
Fastest
~37h
Longest
CRK ~6h 45m TAE ~8h 10m SGN ~12h 43m PUS ~14h 26m MNL ~17h 8m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
833
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.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
0h
Cebu City/Lapu-Lapu City is 0 hours the same as Shanghai (Pudong).
PVG: CST · CEB: PST

When it's 6:00 PM in Shanghai (Pudong), it's 6:00 PM in Cebu City/Lapu-Lapu City.
Distance & Flight Time
1,446 mi / 2,327 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 4h 25m.
Visa & Entry

Chinese passport holders can enter the Philippines visa-free for up to 14 days when arriving through Manila or Cebu airports, under a programme running from January 2026 through January 2027. The stay is non-extendable. Outside this programme, a Philippine eVisa (single entry, 14 days, US $25) or embassy visa is required. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry, and a return or onward ticket is required.

Verify entry requirements with official sources 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.

Facts

PVG–CEB Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Shanghai (Pudong) to Cebu City/Lapu-Lapu City route.
Route details
Distance1,446 mi / 2,327 km
Flight time4h 25m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights3 out / 3 return
1-stop connections16 hubs
Origin: PVG
Full nameShanghai Pudong International Airport
IATA / ICAOPVG / ZSPD
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Passengers/yr76.8M
Elevation13 ft / 4 m
Destination: CEB
Full nameMactan Cebu International Airport
IATA / ICAOCEB / RPVM
TimezoneAsia/Manila
Passengers/yr11.3M
Elevation31 ft / 9 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about PVG to CEB flights.
Nonstop flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Mactan Cebu International Airport take approximately 4h 25m. The route covers 1,446 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: China Eastern Airlines.
There are approximately 3 nonstop flights per week from PVG to CEB. The return direction has about 3 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through CRK, TAE, SGN, PUS, MNL, HAN, ICN, KUL, TPE, HKG, BNE, NRT, KIX, DMK, DXB and DOH. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Yes, return flights from CEB 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.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from PVG to CEB

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) and Mactan Cebu International Airport (CEB) are connected by nonstop service from China Eastern Airlines. With 3 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

PVG to CEB Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from PVG to CEB ranges from 4 hours 25 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,446 miles (2,327 km). There are approximately 3 weekly flights outbound and 3 return, totaling 6 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

16 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 6 hours via CRK. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.