ISL
Istanbul
Turkey
8,031 km
4,990 miles
PVG
Shanghai
China
Distance
8,031 km
4,990 mi / 4,336 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
Europe/Istanbul
Heading
64°
east northeast

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ISL PVG
Airport Name Ataturk International Airport Shanghai Pudong International Airport
IATA Code ISL PVG
ICAO Code LTBA ZSPD
City Istanbul Shanghai
Country Turkey China
Timezone Europe/Istanbul Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 163 ft 13 ft
Coordinates 40.980000, 28.810000 31.140000, 121.810000

Istanbul (ISL) to Shanghai (PVG) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Ataturk International Airport (ISL) in Istanbul, Turkey to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) in Shanghai, China is 8,031 kilometers (4,990 miles / 4,336 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying east northeast at a heading of 64°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 22:38 in Istanbul, it's 03:38 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 Istanbul (ISL) follows a heading of 308° (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 Ataturk International Airport (ISL) and Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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