Direct flights from Shanghai to Lhasa

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China

China

PVG

Shanghai Pudong International Airport

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Lhasa

China

China

LXA

Lhasa Gonggar Airport

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Distance
1,841 miles  ·  (2,963 km)
Flight time
4 hours and 30 minutes
Airlines
  • China Eastern
Alliances
  • Oneworld
  • SkyTeam
  • Star Alliance
Classes
  • Economy
  • Premium Economy
  • Business Class
  • First Class
Aircrafts
  • Airbus A330-300

Shanghai to Lhasa Flight Schedule

Scan through all non-stop flights from Shanghai to Lhasa. The full flight schedule below gives an overview of all non-stop flights from PVG to LXA, which includes the daily timetable of every operating airline for the upcoming 12 months.

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Best time to visit Lhasa

What is the best time to visit Lhasa?

🌲 ❄️  Subarctic / Alpine

The Subarctic region surrounding Lhasa is famous for its natural landscapes, rich wildlife, and spectacular sights such as the Northern Lights and the midnight sun. Winters here are long, harsh, and extremely cold, typically lasting between 6 to 8 months, with temperatures often dropping below -20°C (-4°F). Summers on the other hand are short but pleasant, lasting only 1 to 3 months, with temperatures reaching a comfortable 15°C to 20°C (59°F to 68°F) and lots of daylight.

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The best time to visit is during the long, sunny winter months from November to March, perfect for enjoying a variety of winter sports in the higher elevations. For a trip outside winter, mid-summer (May to August) offers mild, and pleasantly warm weather.

Airlines flying from Shanghai to Lhasa

Airline-specific flight schedules from Shanghai to Lhasa

Currently, there is only one airline operating non-stop flights from Shanghai PVG to Lhasa LXA, which is China Eastern. This section gives an overview of the flight schedules and timetables of every airline with direct flights for this route.

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China Eastern flight schedulefrom Shanghai to Lhasa

China Eastern is a member of SkyTeam
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Shanghai to Lhasa Flights

Flights from PVG to LXA are operated twice a week. All flights depart at 06:20.

You can fly in Economy and Business Class. Premium Economy and First Class are not available on this route (at least not as a non-stop flight).

The fastest direct flight from Shanghai to Lhasa takes 4 hours and 30 minutes. The flight distance between Shanghai and Lhasa is 1,841 miles (or 2,963 km).

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Frequently asked questions - FAQ

How many airports are there in Lhasa?

There is 1 airport in Lhasa: Lhasa Gonggar Airport (LXA).

How many flights per week are there from PVG to LXA?

There are 2 flights per week flying from Shanghai to Lhasa (as of July 2026).

How long does it take to fly from Shanghai to Lhasa?

4 hours and 30 minutes is the average flight time from Shanghai to Lhasa.

How far is Lhasa from Shanghai?

The distance from Shanghai to Lhasa is 1,841 miles (2,963 kilometers).

What airlines fly nonstop from PVG airport to LXA airport?

China Eastern is the only airline flying nonstop from Shanghai to Lhasa.

What alliances have direct flights from Shanghai to Lhasa?

SkyTeam is currently the only alliance flying nonstop from Shanghai to Lhasa.

What classes are available from Shanghai to Lhasa?

You can fly non-stop in Economy and Business Class.

What aircraft types fly from Shanghai to Lhasa?

Aircraft types that fly from Shanghai to Lhasa:

  • Airbus A330-300

What is the earliest flight departing from Shanghai to Lhasa?

The earliest flight departs at 06:20 from Shanghai and arrives at 10:50 at Lhasa.

What is the latest flight available from Shanghai to Lhasa?

The latest flight departs at 06:20 from Shanghai and arrives at 10:50 at Lhasa.

Non-stop flights from PVG to LXA

1,841 miles (2,963 km)  ·  4h 30m

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