The flight distance from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) in Shanghai, China to Pietermaritzburg Airport (PZB) in Pietermaritzburg, South Africa is 11,777 kilometers (7,318 miles / 6,359 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying west southwest at a heading of 245°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 04:42 in Shanghai, it's 22:42 in Pietermaritzburg. With a 6-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 2,410 feet between the two airports. Pietermaritzburg Airport sits higher than Shanghai Pudong International Airport.

The return flight from Pietermaritzburg (PZB) to Shanghai (PVG) follows a heading of 63° (east 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 Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) and Pietermaritzburg Airport (PZB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.