The flight distance from Elizabeth City Cg Air Station/Regional Airport (ECG) in Elizabeth City, United States to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) in Shanghai, China is 12,290 kilometers (7,636 miles / 6,636 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying north northwest at a heading of 344°.

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 10:14 in Elizabeth City, it's 22:14 in Shanghai. With a 12-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 Elizabeth City (ECG) follows a heading of 15° (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 Elizabeth City Cg Air Station/Regional Airport (ECG) and Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.