Shanghai (Pudong) to Changsha (Changsha) (PVG–CSX) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
PVG–CSX is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. China Southern Airlines, Shanghai Airlines and Juneyao Air lead the route. The flight covers 554 miles in approximately 1h 55m. Beyond nonstop, 81 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CZ China Southern Airlines Also: 3U | 21 | 320, 321, 32N | 2h05-2h10 | – | SkyTeam | 3U |
| FM Shanghai Airlines Also: MU | 21 | 738 | 1h55-2h10 | – | – | MU |
| HO Juneyao Air Also: 3U, CA, MU, ZH | 14 | 320, 32N | 2h05-2h15 | – | – | 3U, CA, MU, ZH |
| HU Hainan Airlines | 4 | 73H | 1h55 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Changsha (Changsha) from Shanghai (Pudong)
| Metric | PVG→CSX | SHA→CSX | NTG→CSX |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from PVG | – | 28 mi | 81 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 4 | 7 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 95 | 100 | 18 |
| Flight time | 1h 55m | 1h 50m | 1h 45m |
Travel Essentials
PVG: CST · CSX: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Shanghai (Pudong), it's 6:00 PM in Changsha (Changsha).
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.
Metro Line 6 runs directly from the terminal to the city centre and Changsha South Station (high-speed rail) in about 50 minutes for CNY 8–10. Taxis and DiDi queue outside arrivals; fares to downtown are CNY 80–130. Airport buses serve multiple city zones for CNY 20.Changsha South Station connects to a dense high-speed rail network; Guangzhou, Wuhan, and Beijing are within 3–4 hours. All major rental car brands maintain airport desks.
Humid subtropical climate. Summers (June–August) are hot and very humid at 30–36°C with heavy monsoon rainfall and regular thunderstorms causing delays. Winters (December–February) are cool and damp at 3–10°C. Changsha sees occasional light snow and ice that can disrupt ground operations despite mild temperatures.
Spring is rainy and overcast; autumn (September–October) is the most comfortable season. High humidity is a constant factor from May through September. Pack light, breathable clothing.
PVG–CSX Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from PVG to CSX
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) and Changsha Huanghua International Airport (CSX) are connected by nonstop service from China Southern Airlines, Shanghai Airlines, Juneyao Air and Hainan Airlines. With 95 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
PVG to CSX Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from PVG to CSX ranges from 1 hours 55 minutes to 2 hours 15 minutes. The route covers a distance of 554 miles (892 km). There are approximately 95 weekly flights outbound and 78 return, totaling 173 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
81 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via WUH. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Shanghai (Minhang) (SHA), Nantong (Tongzhou) (NTG) and Wuxi (WUX).