BXH
Balkhash
Kazakhstan
4,329 km
2,690 miles
PVG
Shanghai
China
Distance
4,329 km
2,690 mi / 2,338 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
Asia/Qyzylorda
Heading
97°
east

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BXH PVG
Airport Name Balkhash Airport Shanghai Pudong International Airport
IATA Code BXH PVG
ICAO Code UAAH ZSPD
City Balkhash Shanghai
Country Kazakhstan China
Timezone Asia/Qyzylorda Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 1,446 ft 13 ft
Coordinates 46.890000, 75.000000 31.140000, 121.810000

Balkhash (BXH) to Shanghai (PVG) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Balkhash Airport (BXH) in Balkhash, Kazakhstan to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) in Shanghai, China is 4,329 kilometers (2,690 miles / 2,338 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying east at a heading of 97°.

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 Kazakhstan with China. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 10:03 in Balkhash, it's 13:03 in Shanghai. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,433 feet between the two airports. Shanghai Pudong International Airport sits lower than Balkhash Airport.

The return flight from Shanghai (PVG) to Balkhash (BXH) follows a heading of 308° (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 Balkhash Airport (BXH) and Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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