Direct (nonstop) flights from Taiyuan to Shanghai

3 airlines fly nonstop from Taiyuan Wusu International Airport (TYN) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG). It's 693 miles (1,116 km), about 2h 15m in the air. Operated by Spring Airlines, Juneyao Airlines, China Eastern Airlines.

TYN
Taiyuan Wusu International Airport
🇨🇳 Taiyuan, China
PVG
Shanghai Pudong International Airport
🇨🇳 Shanghai, China
Flight Time
2h 15m
Distance
693 mi
1,116 km
CO₂/pax
128 kg
−43 kg vs. layover
Airlines
3
Spring Airlines +2
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Spring Airlines Spring Airlines Juneyao Airlines Juneyao Airlines China Eastern Airlines China Eastern Airlines

Route data last updated: May 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Spring Airlines 9C Spring Airlines
Route
TYN → PVG
Flight Time
2h 15m
Distance
693 mi
Juneyao Airlines HO Juneyao Airlines
Route
TYN → PVG
Flight Time
2h 15m
Distance
693 mi
China Eastern Airlines MU China Eastern Airlines
Route
TYN → PVG
Flight Time
2h 15m
Distance
693 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Taiyuan to Shanghai with one stop · direct emits 128 kg CO₂ per passenger

TYN HGH (Hangzhou) PVG
Leg 1: 2h 5m (684 mi) Leg 2: 50m (103 mi) Total: ~2h 55m 🍃 171 kg CO₂ (+34% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TYN → HGH
2h 5m · 684 mi
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Leg 2
HGH → PVG
50m · 103 mi
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TYN NKG (Nanjing) PVG
Leg 1: 1h 55m (546 mi) Leg 2: 1h (178 mi) Total: ~2h 55m 🍃 159 kg CO₂ (+24% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TYN → NKG
1h 55m · 546 mi
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Leg 2
NKG → PVG
1h · 178 mi
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TYN HFE (Hefei) PVG
Leg 1: 1h 35m (467 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (291 mi) Total: ~2h 55m 🍃 165 kg CO₂ (+29% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TYN → HFE
1h 35m · 467 mi
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Leg 2
HFE → PVG
1h 20m · 291 mi
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TYN LYI (Linyi) PVG
Leg 1: 1h 35m (372 mi) Leg 2: 1h 35m (333 mi) Total: ~3h 10m 🍃 156 kg CO₂ (+22% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TYN → LYI
1h 35m · 372 mi
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Leg 2
LYI → PVG
1h 35m · 333 mi
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TYN NGB (Ningbo) PVG
Leg 1: 2h 13m (746 mi) Leg 2: 1h 3m (93 mi) Total: ~3h 16m 🍃 180 kg CO₂ (+41% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TYN → NGB
2h 13m · 746 mi
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Leg 2
NGB → PVG
1h 3m · 93 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Taiyuan to Shanghai?

A nonstop flight from Taiyuan (TYN) to Shanghai (PVG) takes approximately 2 hours and 15 minutes. The distance is 693 miles (1,116 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Taiyuan to Shanghai?

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

Is there a nonstop flight from Taiyuan to Shanghai?

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

How far is Taiyuan from Shanghai?

The flight distance from Taiyuan to Shanghai is 693 miles (1,116 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 Taiyuan to Shanghai?

At 2h 15m, 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 Taiyuan to Shanghai?

Roughly 128 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 640 km.

Is the return flight from Shanghai to Taiyuan 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 Taiyuan 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 Taiyuan Wusu International Airport for this flight?

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