BaotouShanghai, China

Flights from Baotou to Shanghai

Nonstop flights from Baotou (BAV) to Shanghai (PVG) take about 2h 22m (1,490 km). Lowest fare seen: $108 one-way, nonstop (22 Oct 2026).

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Photo of Shanghai: King of Hearts, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.

When you land in Shanghai

The airport transfer and the few things worth sorting before you fly.

Air Canada airplane being serviced at Shanghai Pudong Airport. Busy tarmac with multiple aircraft. — arriving in Shanghai

Airport transfer

PVG → Shanghai, booked before you fly

A private driver meets you in arrivals at a price agreed when you book. Book with Welcome Pickups.

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Before you flyAirport lounges at Baotou →1 lounge at Baotou Airport Trains, buses and taxi faresPVG to Shanghai: getting into town →

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Airlines flying Baotou to Shanghai

We have not confirmed which airlines fly BAV–PVG nonstop. Search the route to see every carrier selling it today, including connections.

Best time to fly to Shanghai

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China is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

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Frequently asked questions — Baotou to Shanghai flights

How long is the flight from Baotou to Shanghai?

A nonstop flight from Baotou (BAV) to Shanghai (PVG) takes about 2h 22m, covering 1,490 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.

How far is Baotou from Shanghai by air?

The great-circle distance between Baotou Donghe International Airport and Shanghai Pudong International Airport is 1,490 km (926 miles), a medium-haul route.

How much does a flight from Baotou to Shanghai cost?

The lowest one-way fare seen recently on BAV–PVG was $108 USD sold by Shanghai Airlines (nonstop), departing 3 Nov 2026, found in fare searches as of 22 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.

Do I need a visa to travel from Baotou to China?

It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter China visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.

What is the best time to visit Shanghai?

China is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 22 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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