Shanghai (Pudong) to Charlotte (PVG–CLT) — 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.

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DFW Dallas-Fort Worth 17h 9m AACZ AAASAY Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) to Charlotte flights
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Shanghai (Pudong) to Charlotte
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Airlines 7,620 mi 2h 20m nonstop -12h behind

PVG–CLT had nonstop service from Frontier, last on the schedule in June 2026. There's no nonstop on it right now, so today you'd fly it with one stop. The connecting options below are sorted by layover. Nonstop, it's about 7,620 miles in 2h 20m.

Airline Landscape

Carriers that operated nonstop PVG–CLT service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
F9 Frontier 1
Alliance coverage
Unaffiliated: F9 (1 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.

Connection Landscape

1-stop and 2-stop options for PVG to CLT.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
17
Hubs
~17h
Fastest
~41h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
1,547
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 → CLT
78%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
78%
Return
CLT → PVG
69%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Departing
69%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. CLT delays →

Travel Essentials

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

When it's 6:00 PM in Shanghai (Pudong), it's 6:00 AM in Charlotte.
Distance & Flight Time
7,620 mi / 12,263 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 20m gate to gate.
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 CLT

No rail connects CLT to the city. Uber and Lyft to Uptown Charlotte cost $18–30 (15–20 minutes). Taxis are metered, slightly more expensive.CATS Route 5 bus runs to downtown ($2.20, 45 min). Rental cars are in an on-site facility attached to the terminal. The airport's single main terminal with concourses A–E is connected by an underground people mover; clear security at your concourse, not at the central checkpoint, to save time.

Charlotte Climate

Humid subtropical climate. Summers are hot and humid (30–35°C) with frequent afternoon thunderstorms that cause delays June through August. Charlotte sits in a region with high storm frequency. Winters are generally mild (1–10°C) but ice storms hit 2–4 times per year and are highly disruptive since Charlotte has limited de-icing infrastructure.

Spring brings severe weather risk including tornadoes. Fall (September–November) is the most stable season. Snow is rare but the city is poorly equipped to handle it when it arrives.

PVG–CLT Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Shanghai (Pudong) to Charlotte route.
Route details
Distance7,620 mi / 12,263 km
Flight time2h 20m
Time difference-12 hours
Airlines (nonstop)1
1-stop connectionsAvailable
Origin: PVG
IATA / ICAOPVG / ZSPD
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Passengers/yr76.8M
Elevation13 ft / 4 m
Destination: CLT
IATA / ICAOCLT / KCLT
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr58.8M
Elevation748 ft / 228 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about PVG to CLT flights.
Nonstop flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Charlotte Douglas International Airport take about 2h 20m gate to gate. The route covers 7,620 miles.
1 airline operated the nonstop from PVG to CLT: Frontier. The last scheduled nonstop was in June 2026. There's no nonstop right now, so today you'd fly it with one stop. See the connection options above, ranked by layover.
Not right now. The last scheduled nonstop was in June 2026. You can still fly it with one stop, and the connecting options above are sorted by layover. Nonstop, the hop took about 2h 20m.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available, ranked by layover time. Common connecting points include Dallas Fort Worth, Toronto Pearson and Los Angeles.
Charlotte is 12 hours behind 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.
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.

Flights from PVG to CLT

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) and Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) had nonstop service from Frontier, last on the schedule in June 2026. The nonstop is dormant right now, so the way to fly it today is one connection, and the options above are sorted by layover.

PVG to CLT Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from PVG to CLT is about 2 hours 20 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 7,620 miles (12,263 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Dallas Fort Worth, Toronto Pearson and Los Angeles. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.