Shanghai (Pudong) to Marignane, Bouches-du-Rhône (PVG–MRS) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
PVG–MRS is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Shanghai Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 5,912 miles in approximately 12h 20m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FM Shanghai Airlines Also: MU | 4 | 789 | 12h20 | – | – | MU |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
PVG: CST · MRS: CEST
When it's 6:00 PM in Shanghai (Pudong), it's 12:00 PM in Marignane, Bouches-du-Rhône.
Chinese passport holders need a Schengen visa to enter France. Apply at the French embassy or a TLScontact visa centre in Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Chengdu, Shenyang, Wuhan, Changsha, or Kunming. The short-stay visa costs EUR 80 and permits stays up to 90 days within a 180-day period. Processing takes 10 to 15 calendar days.
Required documents: completed application form, two biometric photos, travel insurance with EUR 30,000 minimum coverage, round-trip reservation, proof of accommodation, and 3 months of bank statements. Employed applicants need an employer letter with salary and leave approval. Your passport must be valid for at least 3 months past your Schengen exit date with 2 blank pages.
France processes the highest volume of Schengen visa applications from China. If you travel frequently, you may receive a multi-year multiple-entry visa on subsequent applications.
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–MRS Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from PVG to MRS
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) and Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) are connected by nonstop service from Shanghai Airlines. With 8 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
PVG to MRS Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from PVG to MRS is about 12 hours 20 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 5,912 miles (9,514 km). There are approximately 8 weekly flights outbound and 4 return, totaling 12 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Milan Malpensa, Frankfurt Main and Amsterdam. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.