Shanghai (Pudong) to Darwin (PVG–DRW) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Connecting Flight Schedule 7 1-stop flights
No nonstop service between PVG and DRW. 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 7 hubs
CAN Guangzhou (Huadu) 9h 44m 3UAFAQ → CZ Guangzhou (Huadu) (CAN) to Darwin flights
SIN Singapore 11h 50m 9CCAET → AIAYEK Singapore (SIN) to Darwin flights
BNE Brisbane 14h 50m MUQF → 6ECXCZ Brisbane (BNE) to Darwin flights
DPS Kuta, Badung 16h 5m GAHOMU → 6EJQKL Kuta, Badung (DPS) to Darwin flights
SYD Sydney (Mascot) 16h 25m AFHOMU → 6EFJJL Sydney (Mascot) (SYD) to Darwin flights
MEL Melbourne 16h 55m AFHOMU → 6EAICZ Melbourne (MEL) to Darwin flights
ADL Adelaide 17h 40m MU → 6EEKJQ Adelaide (ADL) to Darwin flights
✦ 1-STOP More options, longer trips
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Shanghai (Pudong) to Darwin
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
+1.5h ahead

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

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Connections

Connection Landscape

1-stop and 2-stop options for PVG to DRW.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
7
Hubs
~9h
Fastest
~17h
Longest
CAN ~9h 44m SIN ~11h 50m BNE ~14h 50m DPS ~16h 5m SYD ~16h 25m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
400
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
+1.5h
Darwin is 1.5 hours ahead of Shanghai (Pudong).
PVG: CST · DRW: ACST

When it's 6:00 PM in Shanghai (Pudong), it's 7.5:00 PM in Darwin.
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–DRW Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Shanghai (Pudong) to Darwin route.
Route details
Time difference+1.5 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: DRW
Full nameDarwin International Airport / RAAF Darwin
IATA / ICAODRW / YPDN
TimezoneAustralia/Darwin
Passengers/yr1.8M
Elevation103 ft / 31 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about PVG to DRW flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available, ranked by layover time. Common connecting points include Guangzhou Baiyun, Singapore Changi and Brisbane.
Darwin is 1.5 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 Guangzhou Baiyun, Singapore Changi and Brisbane. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.