Shanghai (Pudong) to Changde (Dingcheng) (PVG–CGD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Shanghai (Pudong) to Changde (Dingcheng)
1 carrier, 2 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 2 Flights/wk 627 mi 2h 35m nonstop 10 1-stop hubs

PVG–CGD is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Spring Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 627 miles in approximately 2h 35m. Beyond nonstop, 10 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop PVG–CGD service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
9C Spring Airlines 2
Alliance coverage
Unaffiliated: 9C (2 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for PVG to CGD.
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One-Stop Connections
10
Hubs
~11h
Fastest
~26h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
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Two-Stop Connections
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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.

Other ways to reach Changde (Dingcheng) from Shanghai (Pudong)

Nearby airports with service to Changde Taohuayuan Airport.
Metric PVG→CGD SHA→CGD HGH→CGD
Distance from PVG 28 mi 103 mi
Nonstop airlines 1 1 1
Weekly flights 2 7 7
Flight time 2h 35m 2h 25m 1h 55m
Airports within 200 miles of PVG with service to Changde Taohuayuan Airport.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
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Changde (Dingcheng) is 0 hours the same as Shanghai (Pudong).
PVG: CST · CGD: CST

When it's 6:00 PM in Shanghai (Pudong), it's 6:00 PM in Changde (Dingcheng).
Distance & Flight Time
627 mi / 1,009 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 35m.
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.

PVG–CGD Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Shanghai (Pudong) to Changde (Dingcheng) route.
Route details
Distance627 mi / 1,009 km
Flight time2h 35m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights2 out / 2 return
1-stop connections10 hubs
Origin: PVG
IATA / ICAOPVG / ZSPD
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Passengers/yr76.8M
Elevation13 ft / 4 m
Destination: CGD
IATA / ICAOCGD / ZGCD
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Elevation128 ft / 39 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about PVG to CGD flights.
Nonstop flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Changde Taohuayuan Airport take approximately 2h 35m. The route covers 627 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: Spring Airlines.
There are approximately 2 nonstop flights per week from PVG to CGD. The return direction has about 2 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through HGH, XIY, SZX, CAN, KWE, TFU, KMG, HAK, PKX and HUZ. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Yes, return flights from CGD to PVG are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include SHA and HGH. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from PVG to CGD

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) and Changde Taohuayuan Airport (CGD) are connected by nonstop service from Spring Airlines. With 2 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

PVG to CGD Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from PVG to CGD ranges from 2 hours 35 minutes. The route covers a distance of 627 miles (1,009 km). There are approximately 2 weekly flights outbound and 2 return, totaling 4 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

10 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 11 hours via HGH. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Shanghai (Minhang) (SHA) and Hangzhou (HGH).