FXY
Forest City
United States
10,992 km
6,830 miles
PVG
Shanghai
China
Distance
10,992 km
6,830 mi / 5,935 nm
Est. Flight Time
14h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+14h
America/Chicago
Heading
330°
north northwest

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FXY PVG
Airport Name Forest City Municipal Airport Shanghai Pudong International Airport
IATA Code FXY PVG
ICAO Code KFXY ZSPD
City Forest City Shanghai
Country United States China
Timezone America/Chicago Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 1,229 ft 13 ft
Coordinates 43.230000, -93.620000 31.140000, 121.810000

Forest City (FXY) to Shanghai (PVG) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Forest City Municipal Airport (FXY) in Forest City, United States to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) in Shanghai, China is 10,992 kilometers (6,830 miles / 5,935 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying north northwest at a heading of 330°.

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 20:45 in Forest City, it's 10:45 in Shanghai. With a 14-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 1,216 feet between the two airports. Shanghai Pudong International Airport sits lower than Forest City Municipal Airport.

The return flight from Shanghai (PVG) to Forest City (FXY) follows a heading of 25° (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 Forest City Municipal Airport (FXY) and Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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