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MU521 Flight Status

According to Trip.com latest record on status for China Eastern Airlines flight MU521 from Shanghai to Tokyo (PVG-NRT): Flight MU521 has landed on schedule at Narita International Airport (NRT) 15:55 (local time).
Tue, Nov 10
Wed, Nov 11
Thu, Nov 12
SHA-TYO

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Arrived
The flight arrived 12m late.
Shanghai(PVG)
12:48
Scheduled: 12:00, Nov 10
Shanghai Pudong International Airport T1
1788km
173106C5-5199-4134-A176-6296CB3DA377 2h 55m
Tokyo(NRT)
16:07
Scheduled: 15:55, Nov 10
Narita International Airport T2
Check-in Counter
J01-M13
Boarding Gate
G136
Arrival Gate
85
Baggage
--
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Arrived
The flight has arrived on time
Shanghai(PVG)
12:35
Scheduled: 12:00, Nov 11
Shanghai Pudong International Airport T1
1788km
173106C5-5199-4134-A176-6296CB3DA377 2h 55m
Tokyo(NRT)
15:55
Scheduled: 15:55, Nov 11
Narita International Airport T2
Check-in Counter
J01-M13
Boarding Gate
G136
Arrival Gate
85
Baggage
--
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
Shanghai(PVG)
12:00
Scheduled: 12:00, Nov 12
Shanghai Pudong International Airport T1
173106C5-5199-4134-A176-6296CB3DA377 2h 55m
Tokyo(NRT)
15:55
Scheduled: 15:55, Nov 12
Narita International Airport T2
Check-in Counter
J01-M13
Boarding Gate
--
Arrival Gate
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Baggage
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A severe weather alert is active for Tokyo (Ogasawara Islands) as Typhoon No. 32 brings hazardous conditions. Expect severe winds reaching 25 m/s (gusts to 35 m/s) through dawn on Nov 11 and dangerous 7-metre waves with heavy swells through the evening. Remain vigilant against violent winds, high seas, lightning, sudden gusts, and salt damage. The likelihood of warning-level heavy rain has decreased. Monitor official updates.

Track the Previous Flight Status: Arrived at Shanghai

MU250
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Barcelona (BCN) Shanghai (SHA)
Scheduled: 05:30
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36m early
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MU521 Aircraft Specifications

According to Trip.com real-time data, the MU521 flight from Shanghai to Tokyo on 11/11/2026 is operated using the aircraft model Airbus A350-900. This aircraft has been in service for 7y, 5m. The aircraft has 288 seats. The average flight distance for this journey is 1,788km.
flight status
Airbus A350-900
On-Time Departure
67 %
On-Time Arrival
97 %
Avg. Early
10 minutes
Aircraft Age
7y, 5m
Total Seats
288
Flight Distance
1,788km

MU521 Flight History

Trip.com historical records show that the last MU521 flight departed on Tue, Nov 10 from PVG at approximately 12:48. This flight is expected to arrrive in NRT at 16:07.
Date Airport Aircraft Model Departure Arrival Status
Departure Arrival
Fri, Nov 6 Shanghai (PVG) Tokyo (NRT) 359 12:15 15:21 Arrived
Sat, Nov 7 Shanghai (PVG) Tokyo (NRT) 359 12:25 15:37 Arrived
Sun, Nov 8 Shanghai (PVG) Tokyo (NRT) 359 12:21 15:53 Arrived
Mon, Nov 9 Shanghai (PVG) Tokyo (NRT) 359 12:27 15:43 Arrived
Tue, Nov 10 Shanghai (PVG) Tokyo (NRT) 359 12:48 16:07 Arrived
Wed, Nov 11 Shanghai (PVG) Tokyo (NRT) 359 12:35 15:55 Arrived
Thu, Nov 12 Shanghai (PVG) Tokyo (NRT) 359 12:00 15:55 Scheduled

MU521 On-Time Performance

Based on the average performance of this flight over the last 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of MU521 is 67% (Late on average 31 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 97% (Early on average 10 minutes).

On-Time Departures
Punctuality
67 %
Late on average 31 minutes
Early
0 %
On time
67 %
30 mins late
30 %
60 mins late
0 %
90 mins late
3 %
Cancelled
2 %
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
97 %
Early on average 10 minutes
Early
77 %
On time
20 %
30 mins late
0 %
60 mins late
3 %
90 mins late
0 %
Cancelled
2 %

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Flight FAQs

  • What is the current status of flight mu521?

    Flight mu521 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival 15:55 (updated Nov 11, 2026).
  • Flight mu521 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival was 15:55; follow airport screens for the baggage carousel.
  • Flight mu521 is scheduled to depart at 12:00. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 12:35, and the current status is Arrived (updated Nov 11, 2026).
  • Flight mu521 is scheduled to arrive at 15:55. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 15:55. Status is Arrived as of Nov 11, 2026.
  • For flight mu521, the departure terminal is T1 and the boarding gate is G136. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.
  • Flight mu521 is operated by China Eastern Airlines from Shanghai (PVG) to Tokyo (NRT). Typical flight time is about 2 hours 55 minutes; operating days may include Wednesday.
  • Track flight mu521 on this Trip.com status page for live departure, arrival, gate and baggage updates. For push alerts on the go, open the same flight in the Trip.com App and turn on flight notifications.
  • If mu521 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Arrived, updated Nov 11, 2026). Contact China Eastern Airlines or your booking channel for rebooking or refund options, and check Trip.com Manage Booking if you booked on Trip.com.
  • Flight mu521 has already left Shanghai and completed its journey. Departure was 12:35; actual arrival 15:55.
  • Flight mu521 usually flies a Airbus A350-900 with seat layout 3-3-3. Layouts can differ by aircraft subtype and cabin product—confirm your seat map in Manage Booking after you purchase.

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