PVG
Shanghai
China
4,577 km
2,844 miles
TLB
Tarbela
Pakistan
Distance
4,577 km
2,844 mi / 2,472 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
288°
west northwest

Airport Comparison

PVG TLB
Airport Name Shanghai Pudong International Airport Tarbela Dam Airport
IATA Code PVG TLB
ICAO Code ZSPD OPTA
City Shanghai Tarbela
Country China Pakistan
Timezone Asia/Shanghai Asia/Karachi
Elevation 13 ft 1,114 ft
Coordinates 31.140000, 121.810000 33.990000, 72.610000

Shanghai (PVG) to Tarbela (TLB) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) in Shanghai, China to Tarbela Dam Airport (TLB) in Tarbela, Pakistan is 4,577 kilometers (2,844 miles / 2,472 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying west northwest at a heading of 288°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 00:41 in Shanghai, it's 21:41 in Tarbela. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,101 feet between the two airports. Tarbela Dam Airport sits higher than Shanghai Pudong International Airport.

The return flight from Tarbela (TLB) to Shanghai (PVG) follows a heading of 80° (east). 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 Tarbela Dam Airport (TLB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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