CIL
Council
United States
6,179 km
3,840 miles
PVG
Shanghai
China
Distance
6,179 km
3,840 mi / 3,337 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+17h
America/Nome
Heading
271°
west

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CIL PVG
Airport Name Council Airport Shanghai Pudong International Airport
IATA Code CIL PVG
ICAO Code KK29 ZSPD
City Council Shanghai
Country United States China
Timezone America/Nome Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 100 ft 13 ft
Coordinates 64.900000, -163.700000 31.140000, 121.810000

Council (CIL) to Shanghai (PVG) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Council Airport (CIL) in Council, United States to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) in Shanghai, China is 6,179 kilometers (3,840 miles / 3,337 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying west at a heading of 271°.

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 15:25 in Council, it's 08:25 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 Council (CIL) follows a heading of 30° (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 Council Airport (CIL) and Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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