The flight distance from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) in Shanghai, China to Santa Maria Airport (SMG) in Santa Maria, Peru is 17,140 kilometers (10,650 miles / 9,255 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying northeast at a heading of 46°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 23:52 in Shanghai, it's 10:52 in Santa Maria. 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 Santa Maria (SMG) to Shanghai (PVG) follows a heading of 321° (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 Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) and Santa Maria Airport (SMG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.