SHA
Shanghai
China
10,316 km
6,410 miles
SLC
Salt Lake City
United States
Distance
10,316 km
6,410 mi / 5,570 nm
Est. Flight Time
13h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-15h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
37°
northeast

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SHA SLC
Airport Name Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport Salt Lake City International Airport
IATA Code SHA SLC
ICAO Code ZSSS KSLC
City Shanghai Salt Lake City
Country China United States
Timezone Asia/Shanghai America/Denver
Elevation 10 ft 4,231 ft
Coordinates 31.200000, 121.340000 40.790000, -111.980000

Shanghai (SHA) to Salt Lake City (SLC) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) in Shanghai, China to Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) in Salt Lake City, United States is 10,316 kilometers (6,410 miles / 5,570 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying northeast at a heading of 37°.

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 United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 06:58 in Shanghai, it's 15:58 in Salt Lake City. With a 15-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 4,221 feet between the two airports. Salt Lake City International Airport sits higher than Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport.

The return flight from Salt Lake City (SLC) to Shanghai (SHA) follows a heading of 317° (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 Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) and Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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