MEL
Melbourne
Australia
8,016 km
4,981 miles
PVG
Shanghai
China
Distance
8,016 km
4,981 mi / 4,329 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
Australia/Melbourne
Heading
339°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

MEL PVG
Airport Name Melbourne International Airport Shanghai Pudong International Airport
IATA Code MEL PVG
ICAO Code YMML ZSPD
City Melbourne Shanghai
Country Australia China
Timezone Australia/Melbourne Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 434 ft 13 ft
Coordinates -37.670000, 144.840000 31.140000, 121.810000

Melbourne (MEL) to Shanghai (PVG) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Melbourne International Airport (MEL) in Melbourne, Australia to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) in Shanghai, China is 8,016 kilometers (4,981 miles / 4,329 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying north northwest at a heading of 339°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 19:27 in Melbourne, it's 16:27 in Shanghai. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Shanghai (PVG) to Melbourne (MEL) follows a heading of 161° (south southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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