The flight distance from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) in Shanghai, China to Mzuzu Airport (ZZU) in Mzuzu, Malawi is 10,456 kilometers (6,497 miles / 5,646 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying west at a heading of 259°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 22:51 in Shanghai, it's 16:51 in Mzuzu. 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 4,102 feet between the two airports. Mzuzu Airport sits higher than Shanghai Pudong International Airport.

The return flight from Mzuzu (ZZU) to Shanghai (PVG) follows a heading of 59° (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 Mzuzu Airport (ZZU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.