Shanghai (Pudong) to Vientiane (PVG–VTE) — 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.
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–VTE is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. China Eastern Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 1,508 miles in approximately 4h 15m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MU China Eastern Airlines | 3 | 32N | 4h15 | – | SkyTeam | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Vientiane from Shanghai (Pudong)
| Metric | PVG→VTE | NTG→VTE | WUX→VTE |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from PVG | – | 81 mi | 85 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 2 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 3 | 3 | – |
| Flight time | 4h 15m | 3h 30m | 3h 40m |
Travel Essentials
PVG: CST · VTE: +07
When it's 6:00 PM in Shanghai (Pudong), it's 5:00 PM in Vientiane.
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.
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
Frequently Asked Questions
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 3 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
PVG to VTE Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from PVG to VTE is about 4 hours 15 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,508 miles (2,427 km). There are approximately 3 weekly flights outbound and 3 return, totaling 6 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Changsha Huanghua, Guangzhou Baiyun and Haikou Meilan. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Nantong (Tongzhou) (NTG), Wuxi (WUX) and Ningbo (NGB).