Direct (nonstop) flights from Shanghai to Zhaotong

1 airline flys nonstop from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Zhaotong Airport (ZAT). It's 1,117 miles (1,798 km), about 3h 50m in the air. Operated by China Eastern Airlines.

PVG
Shanghai Pudong International Airport
🇨🇳 Shanghai, China
ZAT
Zhaotong Airport
🇨🇳 Zhaotong, China
Flight Time
3h 50m
Distance
1,117 mi
1,798 km
CO₂/pax
189 kg
−29 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
China Eastern Airlines
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by China Eastern Airlines China Eastern Airlines

Route data last updated: May 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

China Eastern Airlines MU China Eastern Airlines
Route
PVG → ZAT
Flight Time
3h 50m
Distance
1,117 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Shanghai to Zhaotong with one stop · direct emits 189 kg CO₂ per passenger

PVG HGH (Hangzhou) ZAT
Leg 1: 50m (103 mi) Leg 2: 3h 10m (1,028 mi) Total: ~4h 🍃 218 kg CO₂ (+15% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PVG → HGH
50m · 103 mi
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Leg 2
HGH → ZAT
3h 10m · 1,028 mi
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PVG CKG (Chongqing) ZAT
Leg 1: 3h 10m (910 mi) Leg 2: 1h 13m (239 mi) Total: ~4h 23m 🍃 237 kg CO₂ (+25% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PVG → CKG
3h 10m · 910 mi
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Leg 2
CKG → ZAT
1h 13m · 239 mi
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PVG KMG (Kunming) ZAT
Leg 1: 3h 45m (1,223 mi) Leg 2: 58m (162 mi) Total: ~4h 43m 🍃 262 kg CO₂ (+39% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PVG → KMG
3h 45m · 1,223 mi
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Leg 2
KMG → ZAT
58m · 162 mi
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PVG XIY (Xian) ZAT
Leg 1: 2h 45m (792 mi) Leg 2: 2h 15m (572 mi) Total: ~5h 🍃 278 kg CO₂ (+47% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PVG → XIY
2h 45m · 792 mi
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Leg 2
XIY → ZAT
2h 15m · 572 mi
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PVG JHG (Jinghong) ZAT
Leg 1: 4h 25m (1,443 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (414 mi) Total: ~5h 35m 🍃 346 kg CO₂ (+83% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PVG → JHG
4h 25m · 1,443 mi
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Leg 2
JHG → ZAT
1h 10m · 414 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Shanghai to Zhaotong?

A nonstop flight from Shanghai (PVG) to Zhaotong (ZAT) takes approximately 3 hours and 50 minutes. The distance is 1,117 miles (1,798 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Shanghai to Zhaotong?

Just China Eastern Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Shanghai to Zhaotong?

Yes. 1 airline: China Eastern Airlines.

How far is Shanghai from Zhaotong?

The flight distance from Shanghai to Zhaotong is 1,117 miles (1,798 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Miami.

What type of aircraft flies from Shanghai to Zhaotong?

At 3h 50m, 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 Zhaotong?

Roughly 189 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 945 km.

Is the return flight from Zhaotong 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 Zhaotong?

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.