Shanghai (Pudong) to Fairbanks (PVG–FAI) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

PVG Airport Page →
4,300 mi airlines 2/wk
On-time Some delays Frequent delays
Connecting Flight Schedule 12 1-stop flights Verified 6m ago
Nonstop 1-Stop 2-Stop Hide separate tickets Hide overnight Hide codeshares
  Flight Airline AC Dep Arr Dur OTP Sched  
✈ Nonstop

No flights match your filters.

No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.

✦ 1-STOP More options, longer trips
✧ 2-STOP Loading... Reach the hardest destinations
Shanghai (Pudong) to Fairbanks
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
2 Flights/wk 4,300 mi 8h 8m nonstop -16h behind 12 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between PVG and FAI, connecting options are available through 12 hubs.

Also explore PVG Routes FAI Routes PVG Live Flights FAI Live Flights FAI Delays
Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for PVG to FAI.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
12
Hubs
~11h
Fastest
~23h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
135
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.
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Fairbanks from Shanghai (Pudong)

Nearby airports with service to Fairbanks International Airport.
Metric PVG→FAI HGH→FAI
Distance from PVG – 103 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 1
Weekly flights 2 1
Flight time 8h 8m 8h 47m
Hangzhou (HGH) to Fairbanks flights
Airports within 200 miles of PVG with service to Fairbanks International Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-16h
Fairbanks is 16 hours behind Shanghai (Pudong).
PVG: CST · FAI: AKDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Shanghai (Pudong), it's 2:00 AM in Fairbanks.
Distance & Flight Time
4,300 mi / 6,920 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 8h 8m to 8h 57m.
Visa & Entry

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.

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–FAI Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Shanghai (Pudong) to Fairbanks route.
Route details
Distance4,300 mi / 6,920 km
Flight time8h 8m to 8h 57m
Time difference-16 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights2 out
1-stop connections12 hubs
Origin: PVG
Full nameShanghai Pudong International Airport
IATA / ICAOPVG / ZSPD
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Passengers/yr76.8M
Elevation13 ft / 4 m
Destination: FAI
Full nameFairbanks International Airport
IATA / ICAOFAI / PAFA
TimezoneAmerica/Anchorage
Passengers/yr1.1M
Elevation439 ft / 134 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about PVG to FAI flights.
Nonstop flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Fairbanks International Airport take approximately 8h 8m to 8h 57m. The route covers 4,300 miles.
There are approximately 2 nonstop flights per week from PVG to FAI.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through HGH, CGO, XMN, CAN, HKG, MNL, HAN, YYZ, ANC, SEA, ORD and JFK. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Fairbanks is 16 hours behind Shanghai (Pudong).
Nearby alternatives include HGH. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

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 ranges from 8 hours 8 minutes to 8 hours 57 minutes. The route covers a distance of 4,300 miles (6,920 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

12 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 11 hours via HGH. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Hangzhou (HGH).