Direct (nonstop) flights from Wuhan to Shanghai

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

WUH
Wuhan Tianhe International Airport
🇨🇳 Wuhan, China
PVG
Shanghai Pudong International Airport
🇨🇳 Shanghai, 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 26, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

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

Alternative Routes

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

WUH HGH (Hangzhou) PVG
Leg 1: 1h 30m (372 mi) Leg 2: 50m (103 mi) Total: ~2h 20m 🍃 113 kg CO₂ (+36% vs. direct)
Leg 1
WUH → HGH
1h 30m · 372 mi
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Leg 2
HGH → PVG
50m · 103 mi
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WUH NGB (Ningbo) PVG
Leg 1: 1h 30m (437 mi) Leg 2: 1h 3m (93 mi) Total: ~2h 33m 🍃 123 kg CO₂ (+48% vs. direct)
Leg 1
WUH → NGB
1h 30m · 437 mi
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Leg 2
NGB → PVG
1h 3m · 93 mi
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WUH YIW (Yiwu) PVG
Leg 1: 1h 35m (362 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (163 mi) Total: ~2h 45m 🍃 122 kg CO₂ (+47% vs. direct)
Leg 1
WUH → YIW
1h 35m · 362 mi
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Leg 2
YIW → PVG
1h 10m · 163 mi
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WUH WNZ (Wenzhou) PVG
Leg 1: 1h 35m (446 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (229 mi) Total: ~2h 55m 🍃 149 kg CO₂ (+80% vs. direct)
Leg 1
WUH → WNZ
1h 35m · 446 mi
View WUH to WNZ flights →
Leg 2
WNZ → PVG
1h 20m · 229 mi
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WUH LYI (Linyi) PVG
Leg 1: 1h 30m (382 mi) Leg 2: 1h 35m (333 mi) Total: ~3h 5m 🍃 158 kg CO₂ (+90% vs. direct)
Leg 1
WUH → LYI
1h 30m · 382 mi
View WUH to LYI flights →
Leg 2
LYI → PVG
1h 35m · 333 mi
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PVG → WUH: Flights from Shanghai to Wuhan

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Wuhan to Shanghai?

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

Which airlines fly nonstop from Wuhan to Shanghai?

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

Is there a nonstop flight from Wuhan to Shanghai?

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

How far is Wuhan from Shanghai?

The flight distance from Wuhan to Shanghai 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 Wuhan to Shanghai?

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 Wuhan to Shanghai?

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

Is the return flight from Shanghai to Wuhan 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 Wuhan 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 Wuhan Tianhe International Airport for this flight?

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