ALU
Alula
Somalia
7,531 km
4,680 miles
PVG
Shanghai
China
Distance
7,531 km
4,680 mi / 4,067 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
Africa/Mogadishu
Heading
61°
east northeast

Airport Comparison

ALU PVG
Airport Name Alula Airport Shanghai Pudong International Airport
IATA Code ALU PVG
ICAO Code HCMA ZSPD
City Alula Shanghai
Country Somalia China
Timezone Africa/Mogadishu Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 6 ft 13 ft
Coordinates 11.960000, 50.750000 31.140000, 121.810000

Alula (ALU) to Shanghai (PVG) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Alula Airport (ALU) in Alula, Somalia to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) in Shanghai, China is 7,531 kilometers (4,680 miles / 4,067 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying east northeast at a heading of 61°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 13:30 in Alula, it's 18:30 in Shanghai. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Shanghai (PVG) to Alula (ALU) follows a heading of 271° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Alula Airport (ALU) and Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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