The flight distance from Lago Argentino Airport (ING) in El Calafate, Argentina to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) in Shanghai, China is 17,583 kilometers (10,926 miles / 9,494 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 22h, flying southwest at a heading of 214°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 17:42 in El Calafate, it's 04:42 in Shanghai. With a 11-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 El Calafate (ING) follows a heading of 155° (south southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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