The flight distance from El Golea Airport (ELG) in El Golea Airport, Algeria to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) in Shanghai, China is 10,605 kilometers (6,590 miles / 5,726 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying northeast at a heading of 49°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 07:21 in El Golea Airport, it's 14:21 in Shanghai. With a 7-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 1,293 feet between the two airports. Shanghai Pudong International Airport sits lower than El Golea Airport.

The return flight from Shanghai (PVG) to El Golea Airport (ELG) follows a heading of 311° (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 El Golea Airport (ELG) and Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.