Shanghai (Pudong) to Geneva (PVG–GVA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
PVG–GVA is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. China Eastern Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 5,755 miles in approximately 13h. Beyond nonstop, 28 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MU China Eastern Airlines | 4 | 359 | 13h | – | SkyTeam | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
PVG: CST · GVA: CET
When it's 6:00 PM in Shanghai (Pudong), it's 11:00 AM in Geneva.
Chinese passport holders need a Schengen visa to enter Switzerland. Apply at the Swiss embassy or through a TLScontact visa centre in China. The short-stay visa costs EUR 80 and allows up to 90 days within a 180-day period. Standard processing takes 10 to 15 calendar days.
Required documents include a completed application form, two passport photos, travel medical insurance with at least EUR 30,000 coverage, round-trip flight reservation, hotel bookings or invitation letter, and proof of financial means. Bank statements from the last 3 months showing sufficient balance are standard. Your passport must be valid for at least 3 months past your planned exit from the Schengen area with 2 blank pages.
Switzerland is part of the Schengen area but not the EU. Your Schengen visa from any member state is valid for entry into Switzerland and vice versa.
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–GVA Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from PVG to GVA
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) and Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) are connected by nonstop service from China Eastern Airlines. With 4 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
PVG to GVA Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from PVG to GVA ranges from 13 hours 0 minutes. The route covers a distance of 5,755 miles (9,261 km). There are approximately 4 weekly flights outbound and 4 return, totaling 8 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
28 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 17 hours via BEG. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.