PVG
Shanghai
China
6,872 km
4,270 miles
VKO
Moscow
Russia
Distance
6,872 km
4,270 mi / 3,710 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-5h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
320°
northwest

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PVG VKO
Airport Name Shanghai Pudong International Airport Vnukovo International Airport
IATA Code PVG VKO
ICAO Code ZSPD UUWW
City Shanghai Moscow
Country China Russia
Timezone Asia/Shanghai Europe/Moscow
Elevation 13 ft 685 ft
Coordinates 31.140000, 121.810000 55.590000, 37.260000

Shanghai (PVG) to Moscow (VKO) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) in Shanghai, China to Vnukovo International Airport (VKO) in Moscow, Russia is 6,872 kilometers (4,270 miles / 3,710 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying northwest at a heading of 320°.

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 Russia. 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 18:32 in Shanghai, it's 13:32 in Moscow. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Moscow (VKO) to Shanghai (PVG) follows a heading of 75° (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 Vnukovo International Airport (VKO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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