IES
Riesa
Germany
8,502 km
5,283 miles
PVG
Shanghai
China
Distance
8,502 km
5,283 mi / 4,591 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+7h
Europe/Berlin
Heading
57°
east northeast

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IES PVG
Airport Name Riesa-Gohlis Airport Shanghai Pudong International Airport
IATA Code IES PVG
ICAO Code EDAU ZSPD
City Riesa Shanghai
Country Germany China
Timezone Europe/Berlin Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 322 ft 13 ft
Coordinates 51.290000, 13.360000 31.140000, 121.810000

Riesa (IES) to Shanghai (PVG) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Riesa-Gohlis Airport (IES) in Riesa, Germany to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) in Shanghai, China is 8,502 kilometers (5,283 miles / 4,591 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying east northeast at a heading of 57°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 04:48 in Riesa, it's 11:48 in Shanghai. 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 Shanghai (PVG) to Riesa (IES) follows a heading of 322° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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