Shanghai (Pudong) to Daegu (PVG–TAE) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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MU5053
MU China Eastern
32N
8:05 AM
CST T1
11:00 AM
KST
1h 55m
M T W T F S S
Prices
MU5054
MU China Eastern
32N
12:00 PM
KST
12:50 PM
CST
1h 50m
M T W T F S S
Prices

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Shanghai (Pudong) to Daegu
1 carrier, 7 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 7 Flights/wk 513 mi 1h 55m nonstop +1h ahead 13 1-stop hubs

PVG–TAE is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. China Eastern Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 513 miles in approximately 1h 55m. Beyond nonstop, 13 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop PVG–TAE service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
MU China Eastern Airlines 7 32N 1h55 SkyTeam
Aircraft on this route
32N Airbus A320neo – MU
Alliance coverage
SkyTeam: MU (7 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, PVG to TAE direction.
Mon
1
flight
Tue
1
flight
Wed
1
flight
Thu
1
flight
Fri
1
flight
Sat
1
flight
Sun
1
flight
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
1
Nonstop flights
7
Outbound / wk
7
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for PVG to TAE.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
13
Hubs
~7h
Fastest
~29h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
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Two-Stop Connections
583
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.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+1h
Daegu is 1 hour ahead of Shanghai (Pudong).
PVG: CST · TAE: KST

When it's 6:00 PM in Shanghai (Pudong), it's 7:00 PM in Daegu.
Distance & Flight Time
513 mi / 826 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 1h 55m.
Visa & Entry

Chinese passport holders generally require a visa to enter South Korea. A temporary visa-free program (September 2025 to June 2026) allows entry for up to 15 days, but only for organized tour groups of 3 or more booked through accredited agencies. Individual travelers must apply for a visa at a South Korean embassy or consulate. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months.

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.

PVG–TAE Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Shanghai (Pudong) to Daegu route.
Route details
Distance513 mi / 826 km
Flight time1h 55m
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights7 out / 7 return
1-stop connections13 hubs
Origin: PVG
IATA / ICAOPVG / ZSPD
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Passengers/yr76.8M
Elevation13 ft / 4 m
Destination: TAE
IATA / ICAOTAE / RKTN
TimezoneAsia/Seoul
Passengers/yr5.5M
Elevation116 ft / 35 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about PVG to TAE flights.
Nonstop flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Daegu International Airport take approximately 1h 55m. The route covers 513 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: China Eastern Airlines.
There are approximately 7 nonstop flights per week from PVG to TAE. The return direction has about 7 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through CTS, FUK, HAN, CEB, KIX, NRT, TPE, CJU, TAO, BKK, DYG, HKG and CXR. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Daegu is 1 hour ahead of Shanghai (Pudong).
Yes, return flights from TAE to PVG are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
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Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from PVG to TAE

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) and Daegu International Airport (TAE) are connected by nonstop service from China Eastern Airlines. With 7 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

PVG to TAE Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from PVG to TAE ranges from 1 hours 55 minutes. The route covers a distance of 513 miles (826 km). There are approximately 7 weekly flights outbound and 7 return, totaling 14 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

13 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 7 hours via CTS. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.