Airport Comparison
| GCD | PVG | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Grand Coulee Dam Airport | Shanghai Pudong International Airport |
| IATA Code | GCD | PVG |
| ICAO Code | K3W7 | ZSPD |
| City | Electric City | Shanghai |
| Country | United States | China |
| Timezone | America/Los_Angeles | Asia/Shanghai |
| Elevation | 1,593 ft | 13 ft |
| Coordinates | 47.920000, -119.080000 | 31.140000, 121.810000 |
Electric City (GCD) to Shanghai (PVG) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Grand Coulee Dam Airport (GCD) in Electric City, United States to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) in Shanghai, China is 9,339 kilometers (5,803 miles / 5,043 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northwest at a heading of 311°.
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 20:20 in Electric City, it's 12:20 in Shanghai. With a 16-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 1,580 feet between the two airports. Shanghai Pudong International Airport sits lower than Grand Coulee Dam Airport.
The return flight from Shanghai (PVG) to Electric City (GCD) follows a heading of 36° (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 Grand Coulee Dam Airport (GCD) and Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.