GWT
Westerland
Germany
8,547 km
5,311 miles
PVG
Shanghai
China
Distance
8,547 km
5,311 mi / 4,615 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+7h
Europe/Berlin
Heading
54°
northeast

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GWT PVG
Airport Name Westerland Sylt Airport Shanghai Pudong International Airport
IATA Code GWT PVG
ICAO Code EDXW ZSPD
City Westerland Shanghai
Country Germany China
Timezone Europe/Berlin Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 51 ft 13 ft
Coordinates 54.910000, 8.340000 31.140000, 121.810000

Westerland (GWT) to Shanghai (PVG) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Westerland Sylt Airport (GWT) in Westerland, Germany to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) in Shanghai, China is 8,547 kilometers (5,311 miles / 4,615 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northeast at a heading of 54°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Germany 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 18:26 in Westerland, it's 01:26 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.

The return flight from Shanghai (PVG) to Westerland (GWT) follows a heading of 327° (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 Westerland Sylt Airport (GWT) and Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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