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Connecting route · South Korea → China

Flights from Gwangju to Shanghai

There are no direct flights from Gwangju to Shanghai. The easiest way is one stop via Jeju or Seoul, about 3h 22m door to door.

No direct flights · 2 connection options From 3h 22m
KWJSHACJU

Gwangju to Shanghai at a glance

Fastest journey3h 22mEstimated
Nonstop flightsNoneConnect via Jeju or Seoul

Best ways to fly from Gwangju to Shanghai

Ranked by how easy the connection is: one airline or alliance first (bags and connection protected), then the quickest self-transfer options.

1
KWJ Jeju (CJU) SHA
Leg 1: Asiana Airlines, Jeju Air, Jin Air · Leg 2: China Eastern Airlines, Eastar Jet, Jin Air
One airline, one ticket ~3h 22m
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KWJ Seoul (GMP) SHA
Leg 1: Asiana Airlines · Leg 2: Asiana Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Korean Air
One airline, one ticket ~3h 55m
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Connections are computed from flights actually flown over the last 8 weeks, with at least 45 minutes to change on one airline and 2 hours on separate tickets. Times are local. The search shows live itineraries and exact times.

Good to know

Distance
664 km412 miles
Journey time
3h 22mestimate
Time difference
-1hShanghai vs Gwangju
Currency in Shanghai
CNY
Airports
KWJ → PVG, SHA

Flights from Gwangju to Shanghai: questions answered

Are there direct flights from Gwangju to Shanghai?
No. There is no nonstop service, so you will connect, most easily in Jeju and Seoul. Some connections are on one airline or alliance, so your bags and connection are protected on a single ticket.
How long is the flight from Gwangju to Shanghai?
With one connection the journey usually takes around 3h 22m, depending on the layover. The straight-line distance is 664 km.
Where do you change planes between Gwangju and Shanghai?
The best connecting points are Jeju (CJU) and Seoul (GMP). Asiana Airlines flies both legs via Jeju, so you can book it as one ticket.
Which airports serve Gwangju and Shanghai?
Gwangju: Gwangju Airport (KWJ). Shanghai: Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) and Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA).
What is the time difference between Gwangju and Shanghai?
Shanghai is 1 hour behind Gwangju.

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