ISB
Islamabad
Pakistan
4,566 km
2,837 miles
PVG
Shanghai
China
Distance
4,566 km
2,837 mi / 2,466 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
Asia/Karachi
Heading
79°
east

Airport Comparison

ISB PVG
Airport Name Islamabad International Airport Shanghai Pudong International Airport
IATA Code ISB PVG
ICAO Code OPIS ZSPD
City Islamabad Shanghai
Country Pakistan China
Timezone Asia/Karachi Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 1,761 ft 13 ft
Coordinates 33.550000, 72.830000 31.140000, 121.810000

Islamabad (ISB) to Shanghai (PVG) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Islamabad International Airport (ISB) in Islamabad, Pakistan to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) in Shanghai, China is 4,566 kilometers (2,837 miles / 2,466 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying east at a heading of 79°.

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 Pakistan with China. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 00:46 in Islamabad, it's 03:46 in Shanghai. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,748 feet between the two airports. Shanghai Pudong International Airport sits lower than Islamabad International Airport.

The return flight from Shanghai (PVG) to Islamabad (ISB) follows a heading of 287° (west 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 Islamabad International Airport (ISB) and Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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