AXN
Alexandria
United States
10,668 km
6,629 miles
PVG
Shanghai
China
Distance
10,668 km
6,629 mi / 5,760 nm
Est. Flight Time
14h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+14h
America/Chicago
Heading
329°
north northwest

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AXN PVG
Airport Name Chandler Field Shanghai Pudong International Airport
IATA Code AXN PVG
ICAO Code KAXN ZSPD
City Alexandria Shanghai
Country United States China
Timezone America/Chicago Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 1,425 ft 13 ft
Coordinates 45.870000, -95.390000 31.140000, 121.810000

Alexandria (AXN) to Shanghai (PVG) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Chandler Field (AXN) in Alexandria, United States to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) in Shanghai, China is 10,668 kilometers (6,629 miles / 5,760 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying north northwest at a heading of 329°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting United States with China. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 18:37 in Alexandria, it's 08:37 in Shanghai. With a 14-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,412 feet between the two airports. Shanghai Pudong International Airport sits lower than Chandler Field.

The return flight from Shanghai (PVG) to Alexandria (AXN) follows a heading of 25° (north northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Chandler Field (AXN) and Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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