Skyline of Stockholm with historic architecture reflecting on water under a clear sky. — flights from Shanghai to Stockholm
Shanghai, ChinaStockholm, Sweden

Flights from Shanghai to Stockholm

Nonstop flights from Shanghai (PVG) to Stockholm (ARN) take about 10h 14m (7,780 km). China Eastern flies it. Lowest fare seen: $518 one-way, nonstop (22 Oct 2026).

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When you land in Stockholm

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

Aircraft docked at Stockholm Arlanda Airport gate with ground crew and equipment. — arriving in Stockholm

Airport transfer

ARN → Stockholm, 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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Airlines flying Shanghai to Stockholm

Carriers on PVG–ARN according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 22 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ China Easternnonstop fare seen

Shanghai to Stockholm fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Dec 2026, from $518 one-way. With stops: Dec 2026, from $336. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

DepartingNonstop fromCheaper with stops
Oct 2026$52724 Oct 2026 · China Eastern$446 · 1 stop25 Oct 2026
Nov 2026$52416 Nov 2026 · China Eastern$389 · 1 stop15 Nov 2026
Dec 2026$51814 Dec 2026 · China Eastern$336 · 2 stops14 Dec 2026

When to go for the lowest fare

Later departures were cheaper: from $336 in December 2026, against $389 for November 2026.

Nonstop or with a stop

A connection undercut nonstop in 3 of 3 months with both fares.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Shanghai to Stockholm, any airport), USD, read 22 Oct 2026. These are fares that were on sale, not a guarantee of today's price; an airline is named only where we know it flies this route.

Best time to fly to Stockholm

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Sweden 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 — Shanghai to Stockholm flights

How long is the flight from Shanghai to Stockholm?
A nonstop flight from Shanghai (PVG) to Stockholm (ARN) takes about 10h 14m, covering 7,780 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 Shanghai from Stockholm by air?
The great-circle distance between Shanghai Pudong International Airport and Stockholm-Arlanda Airport is 7,780 km (4,834 miles), a ultra long-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Shanghai to Stockholm?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the PVG–ARN route include China Eastern. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.
How much does a flight from Shanghai to Stockholm cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on PVG–ARN was $518 USD with China Eastern (nonstop), departing 14 Dec 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.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Stockholm?
In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in December 2026 were cheapest, from $336 one-way, against $446 for October 2026, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.
Is it cheaper to fly nonstop or with a stop from Shanghai to Stockholm?
In the fares we saw (22 Oct 2026), connecting was cheaper: from $339 with 2 stops against $518 nonstop, a saving of $179. Nonstop saves the connection time.
Do I need a visa to travel from China to Sweden?
It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter Sweden 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 Stockholm?
Sweden 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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