Shanghai (Pudong) to Lincang (PVG–LNJ) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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MU9702
MU China Eastern
737
7:15 AM
CST TS1
11:50 AM
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4h 35m
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MU China Eastern
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12:30 PM
CST TT2
3:55 PM
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Shanghai (Pudong) to Lincang
1 carrier, 3 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 3 Flights/wk 1,427 mi 4h 35m nonstop 1 1-stop hubs

PVG–LNJ is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. China Eastern Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 1,427 miles in approximately 4h 35m. Beyond nonstop, 1 hub offers 1-stop connections.

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Carriers on this route

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop PVG–LNJ service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
MU China Eastern Airlines 3 737 4h35 – SkyTeam –
Aircraft on this route
737 Boeing 737-700 – MU
Alliance coverage
SkyTeam: MU (3 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.
Schedule

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, PVG to LNJ direction.
Mon
0
flights
Tue
1
flight
Wed
0
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Thu
1
flight
Fri
0
flights
Sat
1
flight
Sun
0
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Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
1
Nonstop flights
3
Outbound / wk
3
Return / wk
Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for PVG to LNJ.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
1
Hubs
~21h
Fastest
~21h
Longest
KMG ~21h 5m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
84
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.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
0h
Lincang is 0 hours the same as Shanghai (Pudong).
PVG: CST · LNJ: CST

When it's 6:00 PM in Shanghai (Pudong), it's 6:00 PM in Lincang.
Distance & Flight Time
1,427 mi / 2,297 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 4h 35m.
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–LNJ Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Shanghai (Pudong) to Lincang route.
Route details
Distance1,427 mi / 2,297 km
Flight time4h 35m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights3 out / 3 return
1-stop connections1 hubs
Origin: PVG
Full nameShanghai Pudong International Airport
IATA / ICAOPVG / ZSPD
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Passengers/yr76.8M
Elevation13 ft / 4 m
Destination: LNJ
Full nameLincang Boshang Airport
IATA / ICAOLNJ / ZPLC
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Elevation6,230 ft / 1,899 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about PVG to LNJ flights.
Nonstop flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Lincang Boshang Airport take approximately 4h 35m. The route covers 1,427 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: China Eastern Airlines.
There are approximately 3 nonstop flights per week from PVG to LNJ. The return direction has about 3 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through KMG. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Yes, return flights from LNJ 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 LNJ

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) and Lincang Boshang Airport (LNJ) are connected by nonstop service from China Eastern Airlines. With 3 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

PVG to LNJ Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from PVG to LNJ ranges from 4 hours 35 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,427 miles (2,297 km). There are approximately 3 weekly flights outbound and 3 return, totaling 6 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

1 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 21 hours via KMG. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.