How long does the flight from Bangkok to Shanghai take?

Flight time from Bangkok (BKK) to Shanghai (PVG) depends on routing, aircraft type, and whether the flight is direct or connecting. A direct flight typically reflects great-circle distance plus winds, while one-stop options can add several hours depending on the layover airport. Check the exact duration in the search results above, where we show block time per itinerary along with stop count.

Which airlines fly from Bangkok to Shanghai?

Airline availability for BKK to PVG changes by season and sometimes week to week as carriers adjust capacity. Our search above pulls live schedules and returns the airlines currently selling this route, both direct and connecting. Codeshare and interline itineraries are included, so you may see results operated by one carrier but sold by another.

Are there direct flights from Bangkok to Shanghai?

Direct (nonstop) availability on BKK to PVG varies by date, day of week, and season. Busy city pairs usually have multiple daily nonstops, while thinner routes may only have direct service a few days per week or only during peak seasons. Use our search above with flexible dates to see which days actually have nonstop options.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Bangkok to Shanghai?

Prices on BKK to PVG shift with seasonality, school holidays, and major events at both ends. Our 12-month price calendar below the search results shows the lowest fare found per departure date, which makes it easy to spot the cheapest weeks at a glance. Flexibility of a few days around your target date often unlocks significantly lower fares.

Bangkok to Shanghai flights

Direct and connecting flights from Bangkok (BKK) to Shanghai (PVG). Compare airlines, aircraft, and fares.

Distance: 2,897 km (1,800 mi)
Flight time: ~3h 44m
Airlines: 5
Aircraft types: 9

Airlines flying BKK → PVG

Airline	Aircraft types	Observations
Thai Airways International	3	3
Shanghai Airlines	2	2
Juneyao Airlines	2	2
Spring Airlines	1	1
China Eastern Airlines	1	1

Aircraft on this route

Airbus A350 — 1 operator
Boeing 777 — 1 operator
Boeing 737 — 1 operator
Airbus A320 — 1 operator
Boeing 737 — 1 operator

Airport details

Departure: Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)

City: Bangkok
Country: TH
IATA / ICAO: BKK / VTBS

Arrival: Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

City: Shanghai
Country: CN
IATA / ICAO: PVG / ZSPD

Operating airlines

Spring Airlines (9C)
Air China (CA)
Shanghai Airlines (FM)
Juneyao Airlines (HO)
China Eastern Airlines (MU)
Thai Airways International (TG)
Thai Vietjet Air (VZ)

Distance: 2893 km. Duration: 265 minutes.

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Frequently asked questions

How many airlines fly BKK to PVG?

5 airlines operate the BKK to PVG route in our 90-day observed dataset.

What aircraft fly the BKK-PVG route?

The most commonly observed aircraft on BKK to PVG include: Airbus A350, Boeing 777, Boeing 737.

How long is the Bangkok to Shanghai flight?

The estimated flight time from Bangkok (BKK) to Shanghai (PVG) is approximately 3h 44m, based on a cruise speed of 850 km/h.

What's the distance from Bangkok to Shanghai?

The great-circle distance from Bangkok (BKK) to Shanghai (PVG) is approximately 2,897 km (1,800 miles).

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