Direct (nonstop) flights from Zhengzhou to Shanghai

5 airlines fly nonstop from Zhengzhou Xinzheng International Airport (CGO) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG). It's 518 miles (834 km), about 1h 50m in the air. Operated by China Southern Airlines, Shanghai Airlines, Juneyao Airlines and others.

CGO
Zhengzhou Xinzheng International Airport
🇨🇳 Zhengzhou, China
PVG
Shanghai Pudong International Airport
🇨🇳 Shanghai, China
Flight Time
1h 50m
Distance
518 mi
834 km
CO₂/pax
96 kg
−38 kg vs. layover
Airlines
5
China Southern Airlines +4
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by China Southern Airlines China Southern Airlines Shanghai Airlines Shanghai Airlines Juneyao Airlines Juneyao Airlines China Eastern Airlines China Eastern Airlines Suparna Airlines Suparna Airlines

Route data last updated: May 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

China Southern Airlines CZ China Southern Airlines
Route
CGO → PVG
Flight Time
1h 50m
Distance
518 mi
Shanghai Airlines FM Shanghai Airlines
Route
CGO → PVG
Flight Time
1h 50m
Distance
518 mi
Juneyao Airlines HO Juneyao Airlines
Route
CGO → PVG
Flight Time
1h 50m
Distance
518 mi
China Eastern Airlines MU China Eastern Airlines
Route
CGO → PVG
Flight Time
1h 50m
Distance
518 mi
Suparna Airlines Y8 Suparna Airlines
Route
CGO → PVG
Flight Time
1h 50m
Distance
518 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Zhengzhou to Shanghai with one stop · direct emits 96 kg CO₂ per passenger

CGO HGH (Hangzhou) PVG
Leg 1: 1h 45m (485 mi) Leg 2: 50m (103 mi) Total: ~2h 35m 🍃 134 kg CO₂ (+40% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CGO → HGH
1h 45m · 485 mi
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Leg 2
HGH → PVG
50m · 103 mi
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CGO KHN (Nanchang) PVG
Leg 1: 1h 30m (409 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (386 mi) Total: ~2h 50m 🍃 173 kg CO₂ (+80% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CGO → KHN
1h 30m · 409 mi
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Leg 2
KHN → PVG
1h 20m · 386 mi
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CGO LIJ (Lishui) PVG
Leg 1: 1h 50m (552 mi) Leg 2: 1h 5m (224 mi) Total: ~2h 55m 🍃 169 kg CO₂ (+76% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CGO → LIJ
1h 50m · 552 mi
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Leg 2
LIJ → PVG
1h 5m · 224 mi
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CGO NGB (Ningbo) PVG
Leg 1: 1h 55m (551 mi) Leg 2: 1h 3m (93 mi) Total: ~2h 58m 🍃 144 kg CO₂ (+50% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CGO → NGB
1h 55m · 551 mi
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Leg 2
NGB → PVG
1h 3m · 93 mi
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CGO YIW (Yiwu) PVG
Leg 1: 1h 50m (509 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (163 mi) Total: ~3h 🍃 149 kg CO₂ (+55% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CGO → YIW
1h 50m · 509 mi
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Leg 2
YIW → PVG
1h 10m · 163 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Zhengzhou to Shanghai?

A nonstop flight from Zhengzhou (CGO) to Shanghai (PVG) takes approximately 1 hours and 50 minutes. The distance is 518 miles (834 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Zhengzhou to Shanghai?

5 airlines: China Southern Airlines, Shanghai Airlines, Juneyao Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Suparna Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Zhengzhou to Shanghai?

Yes. 5 airlines: China Southern Airlines, Shanghai Airlines, Juneyao Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Suparna Airlines.

How far is Zhengzhou from Shanghai?

The flight distance from Zhengzhou to Shanghai is 518 miles (834 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance.

What type of aircraft flies from Zhengzhou to Shanghai?

At 1h 50m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Zhengzhou to Shanghai?

Roughly 96 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 480 km.

Is the return flight from Shanghai to Zhengzhou also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Zhengzhou to Shanghai?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Zhengzhou Xinzheng International Airport for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.