Shanghai (Pudong) to Papeete (PVG–PPT) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
PVG–PPT is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Air Tahiti Nui leads the route. The flight covers 6,758 miles in approximately 11h 30m. Beyond nonstop, 4 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TN Air Tahiti Nui | 0 | – | – | – | – | – |
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
PVG: CST · PPT: -10
When it's 6:00 PM in Shanghai (Pudong), it's 12:00 AM in Papeete.
Chinese passport holders can enter French Polynesia visa-free for up to 14 days, but only when the trip is booked through an authorized travel agency as a package. Without an agency booking, a standard French overseas territory visa is required. Passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond the departure date, and travel insurance with medical and repatriation coverage is mandatory.
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–PPT Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from PVG to PPT
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) and Fa'a'ā International Airport (PPT) are connected by nonstop service from Air Tahiti Nui.
PVG to PPT Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from PVG to PPT ranges from 11 hours 30 minutes. The route covers a distance of 6,758 miles (10,876 km).
Connecting Options and Alternatives
4 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 20 hours via NRT. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.