Shanghai (Pudong) to Seoul (PVG–GMP) — 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.

✦ 1-Stop connections via 9 hubs
CJU Jeju City 3h 30m 9CHOKE 7CBXKE Jeju City (CJU) to Seoul flights
PUS Busan 3h 51m 7C9CFM 7CBXKE Busan (PUS) to Seoul flights
KIX Osaka 5h 9CCAFM 7CJLKE Osaka (KIX) to Seoul flights
TSA Taipei (Songshan) 5h 11m B7BRFM BRCITW Taipei (Songshan) (TSA) to Seoul flights
PEK Beijing 5h 55m CAEYHU CAKEMF Beijing (PEK) to Seoul flights
HND Tokyo 6h 25m 9CCAFM JLKENH Tokyo (HND) to Seoul flights
KHH Kaohsiung (Xiaogang) 6h 30m 9CBRCI 7CITTW Kaohsiung (Xiaogang) (KHH) to Seoul flights
NGO Tokoname 7h 9CHOJL MM Tokoname (NGO) to Seoul flights
PKX Beijing 13h 35m 3UCACZ CZ Beijing (PKX) to Seoul flights
1-STOP More options, longer trips
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Shanghai (Pudong) to Seoul
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
+1h ahead

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

Connection Landscape

1-stop and 2-stop options for PVG to GMP.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
9
Hubs
~3h
Fastest
~13h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
506
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.

Other ways to reach Seoul from Shanghai (Pudong)

Nearby airports with service to Gimpo International Airport.
Metric PVG→GMP SHA→GMP
Distance from PVG 28 mi
Nonstop airlines 6
Weekly flights 70
Airports within 200 miles of PVG with service to Gimpo International Airport.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+1h
Seoul is 1 hour ahead of Shanghai (Pudong).
PVG: CST · GMP: KST

When it's 6:00 PM in Shanghai (Pudong), it's 7:00 PM in Seoul.
Visa & Entry

Chinese passport holders generally require a visa to enter South Korea. A temporary visa-free program (September 2025 to June 2026) allows entry for up to 15 days, but only for organized tour groups of 3 or more booked through accredited agencies. Individual travelers must apply for a visa at a South Korean embassy or consulate. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months.

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.

PVG–GMP Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Shanghai (Pudong) to Seoul route.
Route details
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connectionsAvailable
Origin: PVG
IATA / ICAOPVG / ZSPD
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Passengers/yr76.8M
Elevation13 ft / 4 m
Destination: GMP
IATA / ICAOGMP / RKSS
TimezoneAsia/Seoul
Passengers/yr25.0M
Elevation59 ft / 18 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about PVG to GMP flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available, ranked by layover time. Common connecting points include Jeju, Gimhae and Kansai.
Seoul is 1 hour ahead of Shanghai (Pudong).
Nearby alternatives include SHA. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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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 Jeju, Gimhae and Kansai. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Shanghai (Minhang) (SHA).