Shanghai (Pudong) to Nanjing (PVG–NKG) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
PVG–NKG is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. China Eastern Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 178 miles in approximately 1h 15m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MU China Eastern Airlines Also: EY, QF | 14 | 319, 32N | 1h15-1h32 | – | SkyTeam | EY, QF |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Nanjing from Shanghai (Pudong)
| Metric | PVG→NKG | WUX→NKG | HGH→NKG |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from PVG | – | 85 mi | 103 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 28 | – | – |
| Flight time | 1h 15m | 1h 18m | 1h |
Travel Essentials
PVG: CST · NKG: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Shanghai (Pudong), it's 6:00 PM in Nanjing.
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.
The S9 metro line connects Lukou directly to Nanjing South Railway Station in 30 minutes (¥29). Trains depart every 20–30 minutes, making it the straightforward connection for onward high-speed rail.
Taxis to the city center cost ¥80–120 and take 40–60 minutes. Metered cabs are widely available at the designated rank outside arrivals. Airport buses serve major hotels and railway stations for ¥20–25.
Humid subtropical climate with four distinct seasons. Summers (June–August) are hot and humid, regularly reaching 35–38°C with frequent thunderstorms that can cause delays. Winters (December–February) are cold (−3–7°C) with occasional freezing rain and light snow. Ice events are the main disruption risk.
Spring and autumn (March–May, September–November) are the most comfortable periods with mild temperatures of 15–25°C. Typhoon remnants occasionally bring heavy rain in late summer and early autumn.
PVG–NKG Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from PVG to NKG
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) and Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG) are connected by nonstop service from China Eastern Airlines. With 28 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
PVG to NKG Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from PVG to NKG is about 1 hours 15 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 178 miles (286 km). There are approximately 28 weekly flights outbound and 40 return, totaling 68 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Fuzhou Changle, Weihai Dashuibo and Dalian Zhoushuizi. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Wuxi (WUX) and Hangzhou (HGH).