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New Delhi (DEL) to Shanghai (SHA) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) in New Delhi, India to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) in Shanghai, China is 4,247 kilometers (2,639 miles / 2,293 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying east northeast at a heading of 75°.
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 India with China. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 03:28 in New Delhi, it's 05:58 in Shanghai.
The return flight from Shanghai (SHA) to New Delhi (DEL) follows a heading of 278° (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 Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) and Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.
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