东航开通首条都柏林—上海直飞航线（2026）：爱尔兰旅客须知
中国东方航空于2026年7月20日开通爱尔兰与中国大陆首条直飞航班，连接都柏林与上海浦东，每周三班，使用空客A350-900。爱尔兰旅客可在2026年12月31日前享受30天免签入境。
核心观点
China Eastern Airlines launched the first-ever nonstop flight route between Ireland and mainland China on July 20, 2026, connecting Dublin Airport (DUB) to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) three times weekly on an Airbus A350-900. Irish passport holders can enter China visa-free for up to 30 days under the unilateral visa exemption policy valid through December 31, 2026. This new direct link cuts total travel time by 3 to 6 hours compared to previous one-stop itineraries.
报道正文
最后审核： 2026年7月20日 · 影响： 中等 · 来源： 中国东方航空、Aviation Week Network
航线变化
中国东方航空于2026年7月20日开通都柏林—上海浦东航线，这是爱尔兰与中国大陆之间首条定期客运直飞航线。该航线每周运营三班——周二、周四和周六——使用东航旗舰机型空客A350-900宽体客机，客舱设有公务舱、超级经济舱和经济舱。
根据Aviation Week Network分析的航班时刻数据，东行航班飞行时间约为11小时30分钟，比此前的一次中转行程节省3至6小时总旅行时间。从上海浦东返回都柏林的航班也在相同日期运营，为旅客在一周行程内提供往返灵活性。
此次开通使中国东方航空的欧洲网络达到14个目的地，上海浦东作为该航司的枢纽，可中转至200多个中国国内城市，以及日本、韩国和东南亚等地区目的地。
根据中国驻爱尔兰大使馆的信息，爱尔兰普通护照持有人可在2026年12月31日前依据单方面免签政策免签入境中国最多30天。
下一步
- Check flight schedule on us.ceair.com or Trip.com for DUB-PVG direct flights. 2. Set up Alipay or WeChat Pay on your phone and verify your Irish passport before departure. 3. Download essential apps: VPN, Didi (ride-hailing), and an offline translation app. 4. Book accommodation and print confirmation for Chinese immigration.
可能变化的部分
Flight schedules are subject to seasonal adjustments. The three-times-weekly frequency is confirmed for summer 2026 (through late October); winter schedules may reduce frequency. The visa-free entry policy for Irish citizens is valid through December 31, 2026 — check for extension announcements in late 2026. Aircraft type may be substituted during maintenance.
常见问题
Do Irish passport holders need a visa to enter China on this new flight?
No. Irish citizens holding ordinary passports can enter mainland China visa-free for up to 30 days for tourism, business, visiting family or friends, and transit. This unilateral visa exemption is valid through December 31, 2026, as confirmed by the Embassy of China in Ireland.
How long is the Dublin to Shanghai direct flight?
Approximately 11 hours and 30 minutes eastbound (DUB to PVG) and 12 hours 30 minutes westbound (PVG to DUB), operated by an Airbus A350-900. This saves 3 to 6 hours compared to previous one-stop itineraries.
Can I connect from Shanghai to other Chinese cities on the same ticket?
Yes. Shanghai Pudong is China Eastern's primary hub, offering connections to 200+ domestic destinations. Book the entire itinerary on one ticket to have luggage checked through to your final destination.