CKU
Cordova
United States
7,160 km
4,449 miles
PVG
Shanghai
China
Distance
7,160 km
4,449 mi / 3,866 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+17h
America/Anchorage
Heading
289°
west northwest

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CKU PVG
Airport Name Cordova Municipal Airport Shanghai Pudong International Airport
IATA Code CKU PVG
ICAO Code KCKU ZSPD
City Cordova Shanghai
Country United States China
Timezone America/Anchorage Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 59 ft 13 ft
Coordinates 60.540000, -145.730000 31.140000, 121.810000

Cordova (CKU) to Shanghai (PVG) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cordova Municipal Airport (CKU) in Cordova, United States to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) in Shanghai, China is 7,160 kilometers (4,449 miles / 3,866 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying west northwest at a heading of 289°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 17:44 in Cordova, it's 10:44 in Shanghai. With a 17-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Shanghai (PVG) to Cordova (CKU) follows a heading of 33° (north 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 Cordova Municipal Airport (CKU) and Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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