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Shanghai Pudong International Airport · Shanghai, CN

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0–5 m4%

5–10 m6%

10–15 m10%

15–20 m14%

20–30 m22%

30–45 m26%

45–60 m12%

60+ m6%

P50 24 min

P90 52 min

P99 78 min

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PVG Security FAQs

The average security wait time at Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) is approximately 37 minutes. During peak hours (typically 5-8 AM and 4-7 PM), wait times can be 56 minutes or longer. Off-peak hours typically see wait times of 22 minutes.

Security lines at Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) currently average about 37 minutes. Wait times are updated every 5 minutes based on real-time data.

Yes, Shanghai Pudong International Airport offers TSA PreCheck lanes at security checkpoints. TSA PreCheck can reduce your wait time by 50% or more, with average waits of 19 minutes compared to 37 minutes in regular lanes.

The best times to go through security at Shanghai Pudong International Airport are typically early morning (5:00-6:00 AM) and mid-afternoon (2:00-4:00 PM). Avoid peak hours between 5:00-8:00 AM for morning business flights and 4:00-7:00 PM for evening departures when security lines are longest.

For domestic flights at Shanghai Pudong International Airport, arrive at least 97 minutes before departure. For international flights, arrive 150 minutes early to allow time for security, immigration, and boarding. If traveling during holidays or peak seasons, add an extra 30 minutes.