BEX
Benson
United Kingdom
9,263 km
5,756 miles
PVG
Shanghai
China
Distance
9,263 km
5,756 mi / 5,001 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+8h
Europe/London
Heading
46°
northeast

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BEX PVG
Airport Name RAF Benson Shanghai Pudong International Airport
IATA Code BEX PVG
ICAO Code EGUB ZSPD
City Benson Shanghai
Country United Kingdom China
Timezone Europe/London Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 226 ft 13 ft
Coordinates 51.620000, -1.100000 31.140000, 121.810000

Benson (BEX) to Shanghai (PVG) Flight Distance

The flight distance from RAF Benson (BEX) in Benson, United Kingdom to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) in Shanghai, China is 9,263 kilometers (5,756 miles / 5,001 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northeast at a heading of 46°.

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 Kingdom with China. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 13:38 in Benson, it's 21:38 in Shanghai. With a 8-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 Benson (BEX) follows a heading of 328° (north northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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