BET
Bethel
United States
6,298 km
3,913 miles
PVG
Shanghai
China
Distance
6,298 km
3,913 mi / 3,401 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+17h
America/Anchorage
Heading
275°
west

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BET PVG
Airport Name Bethel Airport Shanghai Pudong International Airport
IATA Code BET PVG
ICAO Code PABE ZSPD
City Bethel Shanghai
Country United States China
Timezone America/Anchorage Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 129 ft 13 ft
Coordinates 60.780000, -161.840000 31.140000, 121.810000

Bethel (BET) to Shanghai (PVG) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Bethel Airport (BET) in Bethel, United States to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) in Shanghai, China is 6,298 kilometers (3,913 miles / 3,401 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying west at a heading of 275°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

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 16:18 in Bethel, it's 09:18 in Shanghai. With a 17-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Shanghai (PVG) to Bethel (BET) follows a heading of 35° (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 Bethel Airport (BET) and Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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