GLK
Galcaio
Somalia
8,132 km
5,053 miles
PVG
Shanghai
China
Distance
8,132 km
5,053 mi / 4,391 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
Africa/Mogadishu
Heading
59°
east northeast

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GLK PVG
Airport Name Galcaio Airport Shanghai Pudong International Airport
IATA Code GLK PVG
ICAO Code HCMR ZSPD
City Galcaio Shanghai
Country Somalia China
Timezone Africa/Mogadishu Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 975 ft 13 ft
Coordinates 6.780000, 47.450000 31.140000, 121.810000

Galcaio (GLK) to Shanghai (PVG) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Galcaio Airport (GLK) in Galcaio, Somalia to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) in Shanghai, China is 8,132 kilometers (5,053 miles / 4,391 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying east northeast at a heading of 59°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 15:47 in Galcaio, it's 20:47 in Shanghai. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Shanghai (PVG) to Galcaio (GLK) follows a heading of 268° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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