The flight distance from Northwest Alabama Regional Airport (MSL) in Muscle Shoals, United States to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) in Shanghai, China is 12,068 kilometers (7,499 miles / 6,516 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying north northwest at a heading of 334°.

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 12:10 in Muscle Shoals, it's 01:10 in Shanghai. With a 13-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 Muscle Shoals (MSL) follows a heading of 25° (north 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 Northwest Alabama Regional Airport (MSL) and Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.