Direct (nonstop) flights from Shanghai to Yichang

3 airlines fly nonstop from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Yichang Airport (YIH). It's 615 miles (989 km), about 2h 20m in the air. Operated by Shanghai Airlines, Juneyao Airlines, China Eastern Airlines.

PVG
Shanghai Pudong International Airport
🇨🇳 Shanghai, China
YIH
Yichang Airport
🇨🇳 Yichang, China
Flight Time
2h 20m
Distance
615 mi
989 km
CO₂/pax
114 kg
−29 kg vs. layover
Airlines
3
Shanghai Airlines +2
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Shanghai Airlines Shanghai Airlines Juneyao Airlines Juneyao Airlines China Eastern Airlines China Eastern Airlines

Route data last updated: May 25, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Shanghai Airlines FM Shanghai Airlines
Route
PVG → YIH
Flight Time
2h 20m
Distance
615 mi
Juneyao Airlines HO Juneyao Airlines
Route
PVG → YIH
Flight Time
2h 20m
Distance
615 mi
China Eastern Airlines MU China Eastern Airlines
Route
PVG → YIH
Flight Time
2h 20m
Distance
615 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Shanghai to Yichang with one stop · direct emits 114 kg CO₂ per passenger

PVG HGH (Hangzhou) YIH
Leg 1: 50m (103 mi) Leg 2: 2h (534 mi) Total: ~2h 50m 🍃 143 kg CO₂ (+25% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PVG → HGH
50m · 103 mi
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Leg 2
HGH → YIH
2h · 534 mi
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PVG NGB (Ningbo) YIH
Leg 1: 55m (93 mi) Leg 2: 2h 5m (599 mi) Total: ~3h 🍃 153 kg CO₂ (+34% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PVG → NGB
55m · 93 mi
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Leg 2
NGB → YIH
2h 5m · 599 mi
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PVG WNZ (Wenzhou) YIH
Leg 1: 1h 25m (229 mi) Leg 2: 2h 10m (594 mi) Total: ~3h 35m 🍃 177 kg CO₂ (+55% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PVG → WNZ
1h 25m · 229 mi
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Leg 2
WNZ → YIH
2h 10m · 594 mi
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PVG TAO (Qingdao) YIH
Leg 1: 1h 30m (373 mi) Leg 2: 2h 15m (638 mi) Total: ~3h 45m 🍃 212 kg CO₂ (+86% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PVG → TAO
1h 30m · 373 mi
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Leg 2
TAO → YIH
2h 15m · 638 mi
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PVG TNA (Jinan) YIH
Leg 1: 1h 50m (473 mi) Leg 2: 2h (545 mi) Total: ~3h 50m 🍃 214 kg CO₂ (+88% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PVG → TNA
1h 50m · 473 mi
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Leg 2
TNA → YIH
2h · 545 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Shanghai to Yichang?

A nonstop flight from Shanghai (PVG) to Yichang (YIH) takes approximately 2 hours and 20 minutes. The distance is 615 miles (989 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Shanghai to Yichang?

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

Is there a nonstop flight from Shanghai to Yichang?

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

How far is Shanghai from Yichang?

The flight distance from Shanghai to Yichang is 615 miles (989 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as the length of Italy.

What type of aircraft flies from Shanghai to Yichang?

At 2h 20m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

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

Roughly 114 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 570 km.

Is the return flight from Yichang 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 Yichang?

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.