MHD
Mashhad
Iran
5,682 km
3,531 miles
PVG
Shanghai
China
Distance
5,682 km
3,531 mi / 3,068 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+4.5h
Asia/Tehran
Heading
77°
east northeast

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MHD PVG
Airport Name Mashhad International Airport Shanghai Pudong International Airport
IATA Code MHD PVG
ICAO Code OIMM ZSPD
City Mashhad Shanghai
Country Iran China
Timezone Asia/Tehran Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 3,263 ft 13 ft
Coordinates 36.240000, 59.640000 31.140000, 121.810000

Mashhad (MHD) to Shanghai (PVG) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Mashhad International Airport (MHD) in Mashhad, Iran to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) in Shanghai, China is 5,682 kilometers (3,531 miles / 3,068 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying east northeast at a heading of 77°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 23:52 in Mashhad, it's 04:22 in Shanghai. The 4.5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,250 feet between the two airports. Shanghai Pudong International Airport sits lower than Mashhad International Airport.

The return flight from Shanghai (PVG) to Mashhad (MHD) follows a heading of 294° (west 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 Mashhad International Airport (MHD) and Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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