Shanghai (Pudong) to Kathmandu (PVG–KTM) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Shanghai (Pudong) to Kathmandu
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
-2.25h behind 12 1-stop hubs

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

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for PVG to KTM.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
12
Hubs
~11h
Fastest
~30h
Longest
DMK ~11h 32m HKG ~15h 43m DEL ~20h 26m CAN ~21h 39m SIN ~21h 45m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
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Two-Stop Connections
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Candidates
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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.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-2.25h
Kathmandu is 2.25 hours behind Shanghai (Pudong).
PVG: CST · KTM: +0545

When it's 6:00 PM in Shanghai (Pudong), it's 3.75:00 PM in Kathmandu.
Visa & Entry

Chinese passport holders receive a gratis (free) tourist visa on arrival in Nepal for up to 150 days per calendar year. The visa can be obtained at Tribhuvan International Airport or any authorized land border crossing. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the date of arrival. An online application can be completed in advance at Nepal's Department of Immigration portal to speed up processing at the border.

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–KTM Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Shanghai (Pudong) to Kathmandu route.
Route details
Time difference-2.25 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections12 hubs
Origin: PVG
Full nameShanghai Pudong International Airport
IATA / ICAOPVG / ZSPD
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Passengers/yr76.8M
Elevation13 ft / 4 m
Destination: KTM
Full nameTribhuvan International Airport
IATA / ICAOKTM / VNKT
TimezoneAsia/Kathmandu
Passengers/yr5.5M
Elevation4,390 ft / 1,338 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about PVG to KTM flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through DMK, HKG, DEL, CAN, SIN, KUL, KMG, DXB, TFU, DOH, ICN and AUH. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Kathmandu is 2.25 hours behind Shanghai (Pudong).
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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

12 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 11 hours via DMK. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.