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Flights from Shanghai to Gwangju

There are no direct flights from Shanghai to Gwangju. 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
SHAKWJCJU

Shanghai to Gwangju at a glance

Fastest journey3h 22mEstimated
Nonstop flightsNoneConnect via Jeju or Seoul

Best ways to fly from Shanghai to Gwangju

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

1
SHA Jeju (CJU) KWJ
Leg 1: China Eastern Airlines, Eastar Jet, Jin Air · Leg 2: Asiana Airlines, Jeju Air, Jin Air
One airline, one ticket ~3h 22m
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SHA Seoul (GMP) KWJ
Leg 1: Asiana Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Korean Air · Leg 2: Asiana Airlines
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
+1hGwangju vs Shanghai
Currency in Gwangju
KRW
Airports
PVG, SHA → KWJ

Flights from Shanghai to Gwangju: questions answered

Are there direct flights from Shanghai to Gwangju?
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 Shanghai to Gwangju?
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 Shanghai and Gwangju?
The best connecting points are Jeju (CJU) and Seoul (GMP). China Eastern Airlines flies both legs via Jeju, so you can book it as one ticket.
Which airports serve Shanghai and Gwangju?
Shanghai: Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) and Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA). Gwangju: Gwangju Airport (KWJ).
What is the time difference between Shanghai and Gwangju?
Gwangju is 1 hour ahead of Shanghai.

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