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

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MU China Eastern
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1:05 AM
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MU China Eastern
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Vientiane to Shanghai (Pudong)
1 carrier, 7 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 7 Flights/wk 1,508 mi 3h 25m nonstop +1h ahead 21 1-stop hubs

VTE–PVG is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. China Eastern Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 1,508 miles in approximately 3h 25m. Beyond nonstop, 21 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

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Carriers on this route

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop VTE–PVG service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
MU China Eastern Airlines 7 32N 3h25 – 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.
Schedule

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, VTE to PVG 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
Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for VTE to PVG.
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One-Stop Connections
21
Hubs
~6h
Fastest
~27h
Longest
JJN ~6h 25m TFU ~10h 55m PUS ~11h 0m SGN ~13h 13m SIN ~13h 38m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
1,572
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.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

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

When it's 6:00 PM in Vientiane, it's 7:00 PM in Shanghai (Pudong).
Distance & Flight Time
1,508 mi / 2,427 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 3h 25m.
Getting from PVG

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.

Shanghai (Pudong) Climate

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.

Check current weather forecasts before travel.
Facts

VTE–PVG Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Vientiane to Shanghai (Pudong) route.
Route details
Distance1,508 mi / 2,427 km
Flight time3h 25m
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights7 out / 7 return
1-stop connections21 hubs
Origin: VTE
Full nameWattay International Airport
IATA / ICAOVTE / VLVT
TimezoneAsia/Vientiane
Elevation564 ft / 172 m
Destination: PVG
Full nameShanghai Pudong International Airport
IATA / ICAOPVG / ZSPD
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Passengers/yr76.8M
Elevation13 ft / 4 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about VTE to PVG flights.
Nonstop flights from Wattay International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport take approximately 3h 25m. The route covers 1,508 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: China Eastern Airlines.
There are approximately 7 nonstop flights per week from VTE to PVG. The return direction has about 7 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through JJN, TFU, PUS, SGN, SIN, HAK, ICN, NNG, DMK, BKK, CKG, SYX, KUL, CAN, SZX, HKG, CSX, FOC, KMG, JHG and SJW. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Shanghai (Pudong) is 1 hour ahead of Vientiane.
Yes, return flights from PVG to VTE 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 VTE to PVG

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

VTE to PVG Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from VTE to PVG ranges from 3 hours 25 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

21 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 6 hours via JJN. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.