Shanghai (Pudong) to Vientiane (PVG–VTE) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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MU283
MU China Eastern
32N
8:35 PM
CST T1
12:05 AM+1
+07
4h 30m
M T W T F S S
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MU284
MU China Eastern
32N
1:05 AM
+07 TI
5:30 AM
CST
3h 25m
M T W T F S S
Prices

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Shanghai (Pudong) to Vientiane
1 carrier, 7 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 7 Flights/wk 1,508 mi 4h 30m nonstop -1h behind 20 1-stop hubs

PVG–VTE is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. China Eastern Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 1,508 miles in approximately 4h 30m. Beyond nonstop, 20 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop PVG–VTE service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
MU China Eastern Airlines 7 32N 4h30 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 VTE 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 VTE.
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One-Stop Connections
20
Hubs
~5h
Fastest
~25h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
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Two-Stop Connections
1,343
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.

Other ways to reach Vientiane from Shanghai (Pudong)

Nearby airports with service to Wattay International Airport.
Metric PVG→VTE NTG→VTE WUX→VTE
Distance from PVG 81 mi 85 mi
Nonstop airlines 1 2 1
Weekly flights 7 4 3
Flight time 4h 30m 3h 30m 4h 30m
Airports within 200 miles of PVG with service to Wattay International Airport.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-1h
Vientiane is 1 hour behind Shanghai (Pudong).
PVG: CST · VTE: +07

When it's 6:00 PM in Shanghai (Pudong), it's 5:00 PM in Vientiane.
Distance & Flight Time
1,508 mi / 2,427 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 4h 30m.
Visa & Entry

Chinese passport holders can obtain a visa on arrival in Laos for tourism stays of up to 30 days. The VOA is available at major airports and land border crossings, including the Boten crossing from China. Two passport-size photos and USD cash are required. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the arrival date. One 30-day extension can be arranged at the immigration office in Vientiane.

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–VTE Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Shanghai (Pudong) to Vientiane route.
Route details
Distance1,508 mi / 2,427 km
Flight time4h 30m
Time difference-1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights7 out / 7 return
1-stop connections20 hubs
Origin: PVG
IATA / ICAOPVG / ZSPD
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Passengers/yr76.8M
Elevation13 ft / 4 m
Destination: VTE
IATA / ICAOVTE / VLVT
TimezoneAsia/Vientiane
Elevation564 ft / 172 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about PVG to VTE flights.
Nonstop flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Wattay International Airport take approximately 4h 30m. The route covers 1,508 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: China Eastern Airlines.
There are approximately 7 nonstop flights per week from PVG to VTE. The return direction has about 7 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through NGB, HGH, HAK, DMK, CKG, ICN, PUS, HFE, BKK, KUL, CAN, KMG, SWA, HAN, HKG, TFU, CSX, NNG, SZX and FOC. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Vientiane is 1 hour behind Shanghai (Pudong).
Yes, return flights from VTE to PVG are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include NTG, WUX and NGB. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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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 VTE

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

PVG to VTE Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from PVG to VTE ranges from 4 hours 30 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,508 miles (2,427 km). There are approximately 7 weekly flights outbound and 7 return, totaling 14 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

20 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via NGB. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Nantong (Tongzhou) (NTG), Wuxi (WUX) and Ningbo (NGB).