MUC
Munich
Germany
8,078 km
5,019 miles
SYM
Simao
China
Distance
8,078 km
5,019 mi / 4,362 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+7h
Europe/Berlin
Heading
75°
east northeast

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MUC SYM
Airport Name Munich International Airport Simao Airport
IATA Code MUC SYM
ICAO Code EDDM ZPSM
City Munich Simao
Country Germany China
Timezone Europe/Berlin Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 1,487 ft 0 ft
Coordinates 48.350000, 11.790000 22.790000, 100.960000

Munich (MUC) to Simao (SYM) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Munich International Airport (MUC) in Munich, Germany to Simao Airport (SYM) in Simao, China is 8,078 kilometers (5,019 miles / 4,362 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying east northeast at a heading of 75°.

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 18:18 in Munich, it's 01:18 in Simao. 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.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,487 feet between the two airports. Simao Airport sits lower than Munich International Airport.

The return flight from Simao (SYM) to Munich (MUC) follows a heading of 316° (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 Munich International Airport (MUC) and Simao Airport (SYM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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