Shanghai (Pudong) to Christchurch (PVG–CHC) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Connecting Flight Schedule 5 1-stop flights
No nonstop service between PVG and CHC. Nearest airports to PVG with scheduled service: Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA, 28 mi) · Nantong Xingdong International Airport (NTG, 81 mi) · Sunan Shuofang International Airport (WUX, 85 mi)
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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 5 hubs
AKL Auckland 13h 40m MUNZ → BRCAEK Auckland (AKL) to Christchurch flights
SYD Sydney (Mascot) 14h 45m AFHOMU → 6EAIAY Sydney (Mascot) (SYD) to Christchurch flights
MEL Melbourne 15h 55m AFHOMU → 6EAIAY Melbourne (MEL) to Christchurch flights
SIN Singapore 17h 50m 9CCAET → AIETLX Singapore (SIN) to Christchurch flights
BNE Brisbane 23h 5m MUQF → 6EAYBR Brisbane (BNE) to Christchurch flights
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Shanghai (Pudong) to Christchurch
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
+4h ahead

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

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Connections

Connection Landscape

1-stop and 2-stop options for PVG to CHC.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
5
Hubs
~13h
Fastest
~23h
Longest
AKL ~13h 40m SYD ~14h 45m MEL ~15h 55m SIN ~17h 50m BNE ~23h 5m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
250
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
+4h
Christchurch is 4 hours ahead of Shanghai (Pudong).
PVG: CST · CHC: NZST

When it's 6:00 PM in Shanghai (Pudong), it's 10:00 PM in Christchurch.
Visa & Entry

Chinese passport holders require a visitor visa to enter New Zealand. Most applicants receive a 5-year multiple entry visa, with processing averaging about 5 business days. Chinese nationals travelling from Australia on a valid Australian visa can instead use the NZeTA (New Zealand Electronic Travel Authority) for stays up to 3 months. Passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond the planned departure date.

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–CHC Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Shanghai (Pudong) to Christchurch route.
Route details
Time difference+4 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connectionsAvailable
Origin: PVG
Full nameShanghai Pudong International Airport
IATA / ICAOPVG / ZSPD
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Passengers/yr76.8M
Elevation13 ft / 4 m
Destination: CHC
Full nameChristchurch International Airport
IATA / ICAOCHC / NZCH
TimezonePacific/Auckland
Passengers/yr6.5M
Elevation123 ft / 37 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about PVG to CHC flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available, ranked by layover time. Common connecting points include Auckland, Sydney Kingsford Smith and Melbourne.
Christchurch is 4 hours ahead of Shanghai (Pudong).
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.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Auckland, Sydney Kingsford Smith and Melbourne. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.