DIG
Shangri-La
China
7,912 km
4,916 miles
MXP
Milan
Italy
Distance
7,912 km
4,916 mi / 4,272 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-7h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
312°
northwest

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DIG MXP
Airport Name Diqing Airport Malpensa International Airport
IATA Code DIG MXP
ICAO Code ZPDQ LIMC
City Shangri-La Milan
Country China Italy
Timezone Asia/Shanghai Europe/Rome
Elevation 0 ft 768 ft
Coordinates 27.790000, 99.680000 45.630000, 8.730000

Shangri-La (DIG) to Milan (MXP) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Diqing Airport (DIG) in Shangri-La, China to Malpensa International Airport (MXP) in Milan, Italy is 7,912 kilometers (4,916 miles / 4,272 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying northwest at a heading of 312°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 18:36 in Shangri-La, it's 11:36 in Milan. With a 7-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 Milan (MXP) to Shangri-La (DIG) follows a heading of 69° (east 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 Diqing Airport (DIG) and Malpensa International Airport (MXP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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