Shanghai (Pudong) to Los Angeles (PVG–LAX) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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PVG–LAX is served by 8 airlines with nonstop service. Air China, China Southern Airlines and China Eastern Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 6,472 miles in approximately 11h 40m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CA Air China | 27 | 77F, 77L | 11h21-11h50 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| CZ China Southern Airlines | 8 | 77F | 12h | – | SkyTeam | – |
| MU China Eastern Airlines | 7 | 77W | 11h40 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| UA United Airlines | 7 | 789 | 11h50 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| DL Delta Air Lines | 6 | 359 | 12h | – | SkyTeam | – |
| CSG CSG | 4 | 77L | 10h32-11h27 | – | – | – |
| LH Lufthansa | 3 | 77L | 11h36 | – | – | – |
| AA American Airlines | 0 | – | – | – | Oneworld | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Los Angeles from Shanghai (Pudong)
| Metric | PVG→LAX | SHA→LAX | HGH→LAX |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from PVG | – | 28 mi | 103 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 8 | 2 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 81 | – | 3 |
| Flight time | 11h 40m | 21h 37m | 12h 5m |
Travel Essentials
PVG: CST · LAX: PDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Shanghai (Pudong), it's 3:00 AM in Los Angeles.
Chinese passport holders require a B1/B2 visa for tourism or business travel to the United States. The visa is typically issued for 10 years with multiple entries, allowing stays of up to 180 days per visit. An in-person interview at a US embassy or consulate is required, and the application fee is US $185. Holders of 10-year B visas must also enroll in EVUS (Electronic Visa Update System) every two years before travel.
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.
LAX has no direct rail link to downtown. The closest option is the free LAX Shuttle G to the Metro C Line station at Aviation/Century Blvd (fare $1.75 to Union Station, 40–50 min). Taxis use a meter; expect $35–55 to downtown and $30–45 to Santa Monica. Ride-shares cost $20–45 depending on destination and surge pricing.Rental car facilities are a short shuttle ride from terminals. FlyAway buses run to Union Station, Van Nuys, Hollywood, and Westwood ($9.75–11.25). For LAX Connect (the new people mover to Inglewood), check if it has opened at time of travel.
Mediterranean climate. Summers are warm and dry (24–30°C) with low humidity and almost no rain. Winters are mild (10–18°C) with occasional rain from November through March. Fog ("June Gloom") is common from late May through July, blanketing mornings until noon and causing departure delays.
Santa Ana winds occur in fall and spring, sometimes grounding departures briefly. Heat waves in September–October can push temperatures above 38°C inland, though LAX itself stays cooler near the coast.
PVG–LAX Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from PVG to LAX
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) are connected by nonstop service from Air China, China Southern Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, United Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Lufthansa and American Airlines. With 81 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
PVG to LAX Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from PVG to LAX is about 11 hours 40 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 6,472 miles (10,415 km). There are approximately 81 weekly flights outbound and 82 return, totaling 163 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Kansai, San Francisco and Tokyo Haneda. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Shanghai (Minhang) (SHA) and Hangzhou (HGH).