LVS
Las Vegas
United States
11,118 km
6,908 miles
PVG
Shanghai
China
Distance
11,118 km
6,908 mi / 6,003 nm
Est. Flight Time
14h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+15h
America/Denver
Heading
321°
northwest

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LVS PVG
Airport Name Las Vegas Municipal Airport Shanghai Pudong International Airport
IATA Code LVS PVG
ICAO Code KLVS ZSPD
City Las Vegas Shanghai
Country United States China
Timezone America/Denver Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 6,877 ft 13 ft
Coordinates 35.650000, -105.140000 31.140000, 121.810000

Las Vegas (LVS) to Shanghai (PVG) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Las Vegas Municipal Airport (LVS) in Las Vegas, United States to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) in Shanghai, China is 11,118 kilometers (6,908 miles / 6,003 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying northwest at a heading of 321°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 15:57 in Las Vegas, it's 06:57 in Shanghai. With a 15-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 6,864 feet between the two airports. Shanghai Pudong International Airport sits lower than Las Vegas Municipal Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Shanghai (PVG) to Las Vegas (LVS) follows a heading of 37° (northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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