LEJ
Leipzig
Germany
8,558 km
5,318 miles
PVG
Shanghai
China
Distance
8,558 km
5,318 mi / 4,621 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+7h
Europe/Berlin
Heading
56°
northeast

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LEJ PVG
Airport Name Leipzig Halle Airport Shanghai Pudong International Airport
IATA Code LEJ PVG
ICAO Code EDDP ZSPD
City Leipzig Shanghai
Country Germany China
Timezone Europe/Berlin Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 465 ft 13 ft
Coordinates 51.430000, 12.240000 31.140000, 121.810000

Leipzig (LEJ) to Shanghai (PVG) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Leipzig Halle Airport (LEJ) in Leipzig, Germany to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) in Shanghai, China is 8,558 kilometers (5,318 miles / 4,621 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northeast at a heading of 56°.

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 20:23 in Leipzig, it's 03:23 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 Leipzig (LEJ) follows a heading of 323° (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 Leipzig Halle Airport (LEJ) and Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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