Shanghai (Pudong) to Hiroshima (PVG–HIJ) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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MU293
MU China Eastern
32N
9:25 AM
CST T1
12:40 PM
JST
2h 15m
M T W T F S S
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MU294
MU China Eastern
32N
1:40 PM
JST
2:55 PM
CST
2h 15m
M T W T F S S
Prices

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Shanghai (Pudong) to Hiroshima
1 carrier, 2 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 2 Flights/wk 684 mi 2h 15m nonstop +1h ahead 6 1-stop hubs

PVG–HIJ is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. China Eastern Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 684 miles in approximately 2h 15m. Beyond nonstop, 6 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop PVG–HIJ service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
MU China Eastern Airlines 2 32N 2h15 SkyTeam
Aircraft on this route
32N Airbus A320neo – MU
Alliance coverage
SkyTeam: MU (2 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, PVG to HIJ direction.
Mon
1
flight
Tue
0
flights
Wed
0
flights
Thu
0
flights
Fri
1
flight
Sat
0
flights
Sun
0
flights
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
1
Nonstop flights
2
Outbound / wk
2
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for PVG to HIJ.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
6
Hubs
~6h
Fastest
~23h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
334
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.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+1h
Hiroshima is 1 hour ahead of Shanghai (Pudong).
PVG: CST · HIJ: JST

When it's 6:00 PM in Shanghai (Pudong), it's 7:00 PM in Hiroshima.
Distance & Flight Time
684 mi / 1,101 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 15m.
Visa & Entry

Chinese passport holders require a visa to enter Japan. Tourist visas can be obtained electronically through the JAPAN eVISA system, with stays of 15 or 30 days. Single-entry, double-entry, and multiple-entry options are available depending on financial documentation and travel history. Passport must be valid for the duration of stay.

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–HIJ Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Shanghai (Pudong) to Hiroshima route.
Route details
Distance684 mi / 1,101 km
Flight time2h 15m
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights2 out / 2 return
1-stop connections6 hubs
Origin: PVG
IATA / ICAOPVG / ZSPD
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Passengers/yr76.8M
Elevation13 ft / 4 m
Destination: HIJ
IATA / ICAOHIJ / RJOA
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Elevation1,088 ft / 332 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about PVG to HIJ flights.
Nonstop flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Hiroshima Airport take approximately 2h 15m. The route covers 684 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: China Eastern Airlines.
There are approximately 2 nonstop flights per week from PVG to HIJ. The return direction has about 2 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through CTS, HND, TPE, KIX, ICN and HKG. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Hiroshima is 1 hour ahead of Shanghai (Pudong).
Yes, return flights from HIJ to PVG are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
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.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from PVG to HIJ

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) and Hiroshima Airport (HIJ) are connected by nonstop service from China Eastern Airlines. With 2 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

PVG to HIJ Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from PVG to HIJ ranges from 2 hours 15 minutes. The route covers a distance of 684 miles (1,101 km). There are approximately 2 weekly flights outbound and 2 return, totaling 4 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

6 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 6 hours via CTS. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.