DGW
Douglas
United States
10,488 km
6,517 miles
PVG
Shanghai
China
Distance
10,488 km
6,517 mi / 5,663 nm
Est. Flight Time
13h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+15h
America/Denver
Heading
321°
northwest

Airport Comparison

DGW PVG
Airport Name Converse County Airport Shanghai Pudong International Airport
IATA Code DGW PVG
ICAO Code KDGW ZSPD
City Douglas Shanghai
Country United States China
Timezone America/Denver Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 4,933 ft 13 ft
Coordinates 42.800000, -105.390000 31.140000, 121.810000

Douglas (DGW) to Shanghai (PVG) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Converse County Airport (DGW) in Douglas, United States to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) in Shanghai, China is 10,488 kilometers (6,517 miles / 5,663 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying northwest at a heading of 321°.

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 12:30 in Douglas, it's 03:30 in Shanghai. With a 15-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 4,920 feet between the two airports. Shanghai Pudong International Airport sits lower than Converse County Airport.

The return flight from Shanghai (PVG) to Douglas (DGW) follows a heading of 33° (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 Converse County Airport (DGW) and Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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