The flight distance from Prefeito Octavio de Almeida Neves Airport (JDR) in Sao Joao Del Rei, Brazil to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) in Shanghai, China is 18,231 kilometers (11,328 miles / 9,844 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 22h, flying northeast at a heading of 48°.

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 Brazil 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 12:03 in Sao Joao Del Rei, it's 23:03 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.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,104 feet between the two airports. Shanghai Pudong International Airport sits lower than Prefeito Octavio de Almeida Neves Airport.

The return flight from Shanghai (PVG) to Sao Joao Del Rei (JDR) follows a heading of 305° (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 Prefeito Octavio de Almeida Neves Airport (JDR) and Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.