The flight distance from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) in Shanghai, China to Viru Viru International Airport (VVI) in Santa Cruz, Bolivia is 18,433 kilometers (11,454 miles / 9,953 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 23h, flying north northeast at a heading of 20°.

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 Bolivia. 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 10:01 in Shanghai, it's 22:01 in Santa Cruz. With a 12-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 1,211 feet between the two airports. Viru Viru International Airport sits higher than Shanghai Pudong International Airport.

The return flight from Santa Cruz (VVI) to Shanghai (PVG) follows a heading of 343° (north 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 Viru Viru International Airport (VVI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.