Shanghai (Pudong) to Riyadh (PVG–RUH) — 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.
Last scheduled nonstop: Jun 2026.
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–RUH had nonstop service from China Eastern Airlines and Saudia, last on the schedule in June 2026. There's no nonstop on it right now, so today you'd fly it with one stop. The connecting options below are sorted by layover. Nonstop, it's about 4,513 miles in 12h 15m.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MU China Eastern Airlines | 0 | – | – | – | SkyTeam | – |
| SV Saudia | 0 | – | – | – | SkyTeam | – |
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
PVG: CST · RUH: +03
When it's 6:00 PM in Shanghai (Pudong), it's 1:00 PM in Riyadh.
Chinese passport holders require a visa for Saudi Arabia. A tourist eVisa can be obtained online through the official Visit Saudi portal, valid for one year with multiple entries and stays of up to 90 days per visit. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the intended stay. Processing typically takes 3 to 5 business days, and a recent digital photo is required with the application.
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–RUH Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from PVG to RUH
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) and King Khalid International Airport (RUH) had nonstop service from China Eastern Airlines and Saudia, last on the schedule in June 2026. The nonstop is dormant right now, so the way to fly it today is one connection, and the options above are sorted by layover.
PVG to RUH Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from PVG to RUH is about 12 hours 15 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 4,513 miles (7,262 km).
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Dubai, Hamad and Guangzhou Baiyun. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.