Shanghai (Pudong) to Hangzhou (PVG–HGH) — 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.
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.
PVG–HGH is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. China Eastern Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 103 miles in approximately 1h 2m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MU China Eastern Airlines | 1 | – | – | – | SkyTeam | – |
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
PVG: CST · HGH: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Shanghai (Pudong), it's 6:00 PM in Hangzhou.
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.
Metro Line 7 connects the airport to the city. Transfer to Line 1 or Line 2 for most central destinations including the West Lake area; total journey 60–80 minutes (¥7–10). Operating hours: 6am to 11pm.Taxis to the city centre cost ¥70–110 (metered). DiDi ride-hailing is cheaper and convenient. Airport shuttle coaches (¥20–30) run fixed routes to major hotels. Car rental is available at the terminal. Hangzhou is a 45-minute high-speed train from Shanghai Hongqiao if connecting overland.
Humid subtropical climate. Summers are hot and extremely humid (30–38°C) with heavy monsoon rainfall June through September. Thunderstorms and the Meiyu (plum rain) season in June cause regular delays. Typhoons from the South China Sea occasionally affect the region in August–September.
Winters are cold but rarely severe (0–8°C) with occasional frost and light snow. Spring (April–May) is rainy and foggy, which can reduce runway visibility. October and November are the most pleasant and reliable for travel.
PVG–HGH Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from PVG to HGH
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) and Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport (HGH) are connected by nonstop service from China Eastern Airlines. With 1 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
PVG to HGH Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from PVG to HGH is about 1 hours 2 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 103 miles (166 km). There are approximately 1 weekly flights outbound and 15 return, totaling 16 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Qingdao Jiaodong, Wuhan Tianhe and Jeju. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.