BML
Berlin
United States
11,493 km
7,141 miles
PVG
Shanghai
China
Distance
11,493 km
7,141 mi / 6,206 nm
Est. Flight Time
15h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+13h
America/New_York
Heading
349°
north northwest

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BML PVG
Airport Name Berlin Regional Airport Shanghai Pudong International Airport
IATA Code BML PVG
ICAO Code KBML ZSPD
City Berlin Shanghai
Country United States China
Timezone America/New_York Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 1,161 ft 13 ft
Coordinates 44.580000, -71.180000 31.140000, 121.810000

Berlin (BML) to Shanghai (PVG) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Berlin Regional Airport (BML) in Berlin, United States to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) in Shanghai, China is 11,493 kilometers (7,141 miles / 6,206 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying north northwest at a heading of 349°.

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 13:40 in Berlin, it's 02:40 in Shanghai. With a 13-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 1,148 feet between the two airports. Shanghai Pudong International Airport sits lower than Berlin Regional Airport.

The return flight from Shanghai (PVG) to Berlin (BML) follows a heading of 9° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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