The flight distance from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) in Shanghai, China to Vitoria/Foronda Airport (VIT) in Alava, Spain is 10,031 kilometers (6,233 miles / 5,416 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying northwest at a heading of 323°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 00:46 in Shanghai, it's 18:46 in Alava. 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 1,669 feet between the two airports. Vitoria/Foronda Airport sits higher than Shanghai Pudong International Airport.

The return flight from Alava (VIT) to Shanghai (PVG) follows a heading of 45° (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 Vitoria/Foronda Airport (VIT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.