Shanghai (Pudong) to Doha (PVG–DOH) — 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.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
PVG–DOH is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Qatar Airways leads the route. The flight covers 4,223 miles in approximately 9h 5m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| QR Qatar Airways Also: IB | 22 | 77W, 77X | 8h50-9h55 | – | Oneworld | IB |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Doha from Shanghai (Pudong)
| Metric | PVG→DOH | HGH→DOH |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from PVG | – | 103 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 29 | 4 |
| Flight time | 9h 5m | 8h 45m |
Travel Essentials
PVG: CST · DOH: +03
When it's 6:00 PM in Shanghai (Pudong), it's 1:00 PM in Doha.
Chinese passport holders enter Qatar visa-free for up to 30 days, with a one-time extension of 30 additional days available. No advance authorization is required. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry. A return ticket and proof of accommodation may be requested at the border.
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.
Doha Metro Gold Line departs from inside the terminal to the city centre (15–20 min, QAR 3–6). Msheireb station is the interchange for connecting to the Red and Green lines. First train is at 6am; late-night arrivals will need a taxi or ride-hail. Karwa taxis are available at the arrivals area; West Bay costs QAR 30–50.Careem and Uber are the most cost-effective options. Hamad International has no separate rental car facility visible from arrivals; rental desks are landside. The airport is 15 km from central Doha with good road access via the Corniche and Lusail Expressway.
Desert climate, similar to Dubai. Summers (June–September) are intensely hot (37–45°C) with very high humidity. Ground operations slow but flights rarely cancel for heat alone. Dust haze is persistent and occasionally reduces visibility below instrument minimums. Winter (November–March) is pleasant at 15–26°C and represents Qatar Airways' peak operational period.
Rain is rare, fewer than 10 rainy days per year, but the drainage infrastructure means even light rain causes road flooding. Occasional dust storms (shamal) reduce visibility and can ground departures for hours. Spring (March–May) is the most dust-prone season.
PVG–DOH Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from PVG to DOH
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) and Hamad International Airport (DOH) are connected by nonstop service from Qatar Airways. With 29 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
PVG to DOH Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from PVG to DOH is about 9 hours 5 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 4,223 miles (6,796 km). There are approximately 29 weekly flights outbound and 36 return, totaling 65 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Dubai, Noi Bai and Guangzhou Baiyun. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Hangzhou (HGH).