Shanghai (Pudong) to Fairbanks (PVG–FAI) — 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.
Last scheduled nonstop: May 2026.
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.
While no nonstop service exists between PVG and FAI, 1-stop connecting options are available.
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Fairbanks from Shanghai (Pudong)
| Metric | PVG→FAI | HGH→FAI |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from PVG | – | 103 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | – | 1 |
| Weekly flights | – | – |
| Flight time | 8h 57m | 7h 58m |
Travel Essentials
PVG: CST · FAI: AKDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Shanghai (Pudong), it's 2:00 AM in Fairbanks.
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.
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.
PVG–FAI Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from PVG to FAI
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) and Fairbanks International Airport (FAI) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.
PVG to FAI Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from PVG to FAI is about 8 hours 57 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 4,300 miles (6,920 km).
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Ted Stevens Anchorage and Seattle–Tacoma. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Hangzhou (HGH).