FZO
Bristol
United Kingdom
9,344 km
5,806 miles
PVG
Shanghai
China
Distance
9,344 km
5,806 mi / 5,045 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+8h
Europe/London
Heading
45°
northeast

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FZO PVG
Airport Name Bristol Filton Airport Shanghai Pudong International Airport
IATA Code FZO PVG
ICAO Code EGTG ZSPD
City Bristol Shanghai
Country United Kingdom China
Timezone Europe/London Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 226 ft 13 ft
Coordinates 51.520000, -2.590000 31.140000, 121.810000

Bristol (FZO) to Shanghai (PVG) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Bristol Filton Airport (FZO) in Bristol, United Kingdom to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) in Shanghai, China is 9,344 kilometers (5,806 miles / 5,045 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northeast at a heading of 45°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 20:08 in Bristol, it's 04:08 in Shanghai. With a 8-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 Bristol (FZO) follows a heading of 329° (north 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 Bristol Filton Airport (FZO) and Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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