Direct (nonstop) flights from Shanghai to Wuhan

3 airlines fly nonstop from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Wuhan Tianhe International Airport (WUH). It's 450 miles (725 km), about 1h 55m in the air. Operated by China Southern Airlines, Juneyao Airlines, China Eastern Airlines.

PVG
Shanghai Pudong International Airport
🇨🇳 Shanghai, China
WUH
Wuhan Tianhe International Airport
🇨🇳 Wuhan, China
Flight Time
1h 55m
Distance
450 mi
725 km
CO₂/pax
83 kg
−30 kg vs. layover
Airlines
3
China Southern Airlines +2
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by China Southern Airlines China Southern Airlines Juneyao Airlines Juneyao Airlines China Eastern Airlines China Eastern Airlines

Route data last updated: May 28, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

China Southern Airlines CZ China Southern Airlines
Route
PVG → WUH
Flight Time
1h 55m
Distance
450 mi
Juneyao Airlines HO Juneyao Airlines
Route
PVG → WUH
Flight Time
1h 55m
Distance
450 mi
China Eastern Airlines MU China Eastern Airlines
Route
PVG → WUH
Flight Time
1h 55m
Distance
450 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Shanghai to Wuhan with one stop · direct emits 83 kg CO₂ per passenger

PVG HGH (Hangzhou) WUH
Leg 1: 50m (103 mi) Leg 2: 1h 45m (372 mi) Total: ~2h 35m 🍃 113 kg CO₂ (+36% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PVG → HGH
50m · 103 mi
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Leg 2
HGH → WUH
1h 45m · 372 mi
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PVG NGB (Ningbo) WUH
Leg 1: 55m (93 mi) Leg 2: 1h 50m (437 mi) Total: ~2h 45m 🍃 123 kg CO₂ (+48% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PVG → NGB
55m · 93 mi
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Leg 2
NGB → WUH
1h 50m · 437 mi
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PVG YIW (Yiwu) WUH
Leg 1: 1h 10m (163 mi) Leg 2: 1h 40m (362 mi) Total: ~2h 50m 🍃 122 kg CO₂ (+47% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PVG → YIW
1h 10m · 163 mi
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Leg 2
YIW → WUH
1h 40m · 362 mi
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PVG WNZ (Wenzhou) WUH
Leg 1: 1h 25m (229 mi) Leg 2: 1h 55m (446 mi) Total: ~3h 20m 🍃 149 kg CO₂ (+80% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PVG → WNZ
1h 25m · 229 mi
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Leg 2
WNZ → WUH
1h 55m · 446 mi
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PVG RIZ (Rizhao) WUH
Leg 1: 1h 40m (326 mi) Leg 2: 1h 40m (434 mi) Total: ~3h 20m 🍃 165 kg CO₂ (+99% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PVG → RIZ
1h 40m · 326 mi
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Leg 2
RIZ → WUH
1h 40m · 434 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Shanghai to Wuhan?

A nonstop flight from Shanghai (PVG) to Wuhan (WUH) takes approximately 1 hours and 55 minutes. The distance is 450 miles (725 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Shanghai to Wuhan?

3 airlines: China Southern Airlines, Juneyao Airlines, China Eastern Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Shanghai to Wuhan?

Yes. 3 airlines: China Southern Airlines, Juneyao Airlines, China Eastern Airlines.

How far is Shanghai from Wuhan?

The flight distance from Shanghai to Wuhan is 450 miles (725 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as Mumbai to Goa.

What type of aircraft flies from Shanghai to Wuhan?

At 1h 55m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

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

Roughly 83 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 415 km.

Is the return flight from Wuhan to Shanghai 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 Shanghai to Wuhan?

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 Shanghai Pudong International Airport for this flight?

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