Ho Chi Minh City to Shanghai (Pudong) (SGN–PVG) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
SGN–PVG is served by 5 airlines with nonstop service. China Southern Airlines, China Eastern Airlines and Juneyao Air lead the route. The flight covers 1,707 miles in approximately 3h 50m. Beyond nonstop, 52 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CZ China Southern Airlines | 18 | 32Q, 359 | 3h55-4h10 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| MU China Eastern Airlines | 14 | 32N, 738 | 3h50-3h51 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| HO Juneyao Air | 7 | 320 | 4h05 | – | – | – |
| VN Vietnam Airlines | 7 | 359 | 3h55 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| 9C Spring Airlines | 6 | 320 | 4h | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Shanghai (Pudong) from Ho Chi Minh City
| Metric | SGN→PVG | KTI→PVG |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from SGN | – | 123 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 5 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 52 | 7 |
| Flight time | 3h 50m | 3h 55m |
Travel Essentials
SGN: +07 · PVG: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Ho Chi Minh City, it's 7:00 PM in Shanghai (Pudong).
Maglev to Longyang Road (8 min, ¥50) is a fast exit; transfer to Metro Line 2 onward. Metro Line 2 runs directly from PVG T1/T2 to People's Square and Hongqiao Airport (1.5–2 hrs, ¥7). Taxis have a meter; expect ¥130–200 to Puxi (west side) depending on destination and traffic tunnels used.Airport buses serve multiple city zones (¥22–36, 60–90 min). DiDi ride-hail is available and typically cheaper than street taxis for longer distances.
Humid subtropical climate with four distinct seasons. Summers (June–August) are hot and oppressively humid (28–37°C) with typhoon risk. Storms can cause flight cancellations with little warning. Winters (December–February) are cold and damp (1–8°C) with occasional frost. Dense fog disrupts departures regularly in January–February.
Spring is rainy and mild. Autumn (October–November) is the most settled period. Clear skies and 12–22°C make it the best window for travel. Pack layers for shoulder seasons. An umbrella is useful year-round.
SGN–PVG Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from SGN to PVG
Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) and Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) are connected by nonstop service from Spring Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Juneyao Air, China Eastern Airlines and Vietnam Airlines. With 52 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
SGN to PVG Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from SGN to PVG ranges from 3 hours 50 minutes to 4 hours 10 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,707 miles (2,746 km). There are approximately 52 weekly flights outbound and 55 return, totaling 107 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
52 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via HGH. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Phnom Penh (Boeng Khyang) (KTI).