COS
Colorado Springs
United States
10,870 km
6,754 miles
PVG
Shanghai
China
Distance
10,870 km
6,754 mi / 5,869 nm
Est. Flight Time
14h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+15h
America/Denver
Heading
321°
northwest

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COS PVG
Airport Name City Of Colorado Springs Municipal Airport Shanghai Pudong International Airport
IATA Code COS PVG
ICAO Code KCOS ZSPD
City Colorado Springs Shanghai
Country United States China
Timezone America/Denver Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 6,187 ft 13 ft
Coordinates 38.810000, -104.700000 31.140000, 121.810000

Colorado Springs (COS) to Shanghai (PVG) Flight Distance

The flight distance from City Of Colorado Springs Municipal Airport (COS) in Colorado Springs, United States to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) in Shanghai, China is 10,870 kilometers (6,754 miles / 5,869 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying northwest at a heading of 321°.

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 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 16:58 in Colorado Springs, it's 07:58 in Shanghai. 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 6,174 feet between the two airports. Shanghai Pudong International Airport sits lower than City Of Colorado Springs Municipal Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Shanghai (PVG) to Colorado Springs (COS) follows a heading of 35° (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 City Of Colorado Springs Municipal Airport (COS) and Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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