Shanghai (Pudong) to Pittsburgh (PVG–PIT) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Shanghai (Pudong) to Pittsburgh
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 7,291 mi 14h 5m nonstop -12h behind 10 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between PVG and PIT, connecting options are available through 10 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for PVG to PIT.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
10
Hubs
~4h
Fastest
~44h
Longest
CAE ~4h 21m YVR ~15h 50m YYZ ~16h 46m SFO ~20h 12m JFK ~21h 54m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
732
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 → PIT
74%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Arriving
74%
Return
PIT → PVG
51%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
51%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. PIT delays →
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

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

When it's 6:00 PM in Shanghai (Pudong), it's 6:00 AM in Pittsburgh.
Distance & Flight Time
7,291 mi / 11,733 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 14h 5m.
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.

Facts

PVG–PIT Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Shanghai (Pudong) to Pittsburgh route.
Route details
Distance7,291 mi / 11,733 km
Flight time14h 5m
Time difference-12 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out / 1 return
1-stop connections10 hubs
Origin: PVG
Full nameShanghai Pudong International Airport
IATA / ICAOPVG / ZSPD
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Passengers/yr76.8M
Elevation13 ft / 4 m
Destination: PIT
Full namePittsburgh International Airport
IATA / ICAOPIT / KPIT
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
Passengers/yr9.7M
Elevation1,203 ft / 367 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about PVG to PIT flights.
Nonstop flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Pittsburgh International Airport take approximately 14h 5m. The route covers 7,291 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from PVG to PIT. The return direction has about 1 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through CAE, YVR, YYZ, SFO, JFK, LAX, DTW, DFW, SEA and LHR. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Pittsburgh is 12 hours behind Shanghai (Pudong).
Yes, return flights from PIT 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.

Flights from PVG to PIT

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) and Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

PVG to PIT Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from PVG to PIT ranges from 14 hours 5 minutes. The route covers a distance of 7,291 miles (11,733 km). There are approximately 1 weekly flights outbound and 1 return, totaling 2 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

10 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via CAE. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.