Shanghai (Pudong) to Cairns (PVG–CNS) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

PVG Airport Page →
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Connecting Flight Schedule 9 1-stop flights
No nonstop service between PVG and CNS. 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 9 hubs
KIX Osaka 10h 15m 9CCAFM → AYJLJQ Osaka (KIX) to Cairns flights
NRT Narita 11h 24m 9CCACZ → AYJLJQ Narita (NRT) to Cairns flights
DPS Kuta, Badung 12h 54m GAHOMU → JQ Kuta, Badung (DPS) to Cairns flights
BNE Brisbane 13h 55m MUQF → 6EACCX Brisbane (BNE) to Cairns flights
SYD Sydney (Mascot) 14h 15m AFHOMU → 6EACAI Sydney (Mascot) (SYD) to Cairns flights
SIN Singapore 14h 24m 9CCAET → AILXNH Singapore (SIN) to Cairns flights
MEL Melbourne 15h 35m AFHOMU → 6EAICX Melbourne (MEL) to Cairns flights
ADL Adelaide 16h 45m MU → 6EEKJQ Adelaide (ADL) to Cairns flights
AKL Auckland 18h 35m MUNZ → CANZSQ Auckland (AKL) to Cairns flights
✦ 1-STOP More options, longer trips
✧ 2-STOP Loading... Reach the hardest destinations
Shanghai (Pudong) to Cairns
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
+2h ahead

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

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Connections

Connection Landscape

1-stop and 2-stop options for PVG to CNS.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
9
Hubs
~10h
Fastest
~18h
Longest
KIX ~10h 15m NRT ~11h 24m DPS ~12h 54m BNE ~13h 55m SYD ~14h 15m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
435
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
+2h
Cairns is 2 hours ahead of Shanghai (Pudong).
PVG: CST · CNS: AEST

When it's 6:00 PM in Shanghai (Pudong), it's 8:00 PM in Cairns.
Visa & Entry

Chinese passport holders need a visa to enter Australia. The most common option is the Visitor visa (subclass 600), which costs AUD 190 and allows stays up to 3, 6, or 12 months. Apply online through immi.homeaffairs.gov.au. Processing takes 20 to 30 days for the tourist stream, but can be longer during busy periods.

Required documents include proof of funds, travel itinerary, employment letter, and bank statements. If you have family in Australia, an invitation letter helps. Australia also offers a 10-year frequent traveler visa (subclass 600) for Chinese nationals at AUD 1,085, with each stay capped at 3 months. All applicants may need to provide biometrics at the Australian Visa Application Centre in their city. Health examinations are required for stays over 3 months.

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–CNS Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Shanghai (Pudong) to Cairns route.
Route details
Time difference+2 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: CNS
Full nameCairns International Airport
IATA / ICAOCNS / YBCS
TimezoneAustralia/Brisbane
Passengers/yr5.0M
Elevation10 ft / 3 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about PVG to CNS flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available, ranked by layover time. Common connecting points include Kansai, Narita and Denpasar I Gusti Ngurah Rai.
Cairns is 2 hours ahead of Shanghai (Pudong).
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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 Kansai, Narita and Denpasar I Gusti Ngurah Rai. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.