Shanghai (Pudong) to Miami (PVG–MIA) — 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.

✦ 1-Stop connections via 10 hubs
ANC Anchorage 16h 30m 5YCACK → 5YCACV Anchorage (ANC) to Miami flights
DFW Dallas-Fort Worth 17h 25m AACZ → AAASAT Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) to Miami flights
LAX Los Angeles 17h 47m 3SCACK → AAATAY Los Angeles (LAX) to Miami flights
YYZ Toronto 18h 17m ACMU → AAACG3 Toronto (YYZ) to Miami flights
SFO San Francisco 18h 53m MUUA → AAATAZ San Francisco (SFO) to Miami flights
JFK New York 19h 2m MU → AAARAT New York (JFK) to Miami flights
SEA Seattle 19h 15m CKDL → AAASDL Seattle (SEA) to Miami flights
DTW Detroit 19h 48m DL → AAAFDL Detroit (DTW) to Miami flights
AMS Amsterdam 22h 12m CACKCZ → KLMPQR Amsterdam (AMS) to Miami flights
FRA Frankfurt am Main 23h 1m CACZLH → LHOSTG Frankfurt am Main (FRA) to Miami flights
✦ 1-STOP More options, longer trips
✧ 2-STOP Loading... Reach the hardest destinations
Shanghai (Pudong) to Miami
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
-12h behind

While no nonstop service exists between PVG and MIA, 1-stop connecting options are available.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

1-stop and 2-stop options for PVG to MIA.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
28
Hubs
~6h
Fastest
~43h
Longest
CLT ~6h 1m ANC ~16h 30m DFW ~17h 25m LAX ~17h 47m ORD ~18h 6m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
1,911
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.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
PVG → MIA
84%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
84%
Return
MIA → PVG
55%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
55%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. MIA delays →
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-12h
Miami is 12 hours behind Shanghai (Pudong).
PVG: CST · MIA: EDT

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

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.

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.

Getting from MIA

Metrorail Orange Line connects to downtown Miami and Dadeland (15–30 min, $2.25). The MIA Mover links the terminal to the rental car center and Metrorail station; free. Taxis to Miami Beach cost $35–40 (flat rate).Ride-shares are typically $20–30 to South Beach. For Fort Lauderdale, Tri-Rail runs from the airport station ($3.75, 60–70 min).

Miami Climate

Tropical climate with year-round warm temperatures (20–33°C). Wet season runs June through October with daily afternoon thunderstorms and hurricane risk. Flights are most disruption-prone during this period.

Dry season (November–April) is peak tourist season with lower humidity. Winter temperatures rarely drop below 15°C. UV is strong year-round.

Check current weather forecasts before travel.
Facts

PVG–MIA Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Shanghai (Pudong) to Miami route.
Route details
Time difference-12 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connectionsAvailable
Origin: PVG
Full nameShanghai Pudong International Airport
IATA / ICAOPVG / ZSPD
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Passengers/yr76.8M
Elevation13 ft / 4 m
Destination: MIA
Full nameMiami International Airport
IATA / ICAOMIA / KMIA
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr55.9M
Elevation8 ft / 2 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about PVG to MIA flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available, ranked by layover time. Common connecting points include Ted Stevens Anchorage, Dallas Fort Worth and Los Angeles.
Miami is 12 hours behind Shanghai (Pudong).
Yes, return flights from MIA 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.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Ted Stevens Anchorage, Dallas Fort Worth and Los Angeles. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.