HEL
Helsinki
Finland
7,395 km
4,595 miles
PVG
Shanghai
China
Distance
7,395 km
4,595 mi / 3,993 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+6h
Europe/Helsinki
Heading
68°
east northeast

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HEL PVG
Airport Name Helsinki Vantaa Airport Shanghai Pudong International Airport
IATA Code HEL PVG
ICAO Code EFHK ZSPD
City Helsinki Shanghai
Country Finland China
Timezone Europe/Helsinki Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 179 ft 13 ft
Coordinates 60.320000, 24.960000 31.140000, 121.810000

Helsinki (HEL) to Shanghai (PVG) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) in Helsinki, Finland to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) in Shanghai, China is 7,395 kilometers (4,595 miles / 3,993 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying east northeast at a heading of 68°.

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 Finland 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 09:06 in Helsinki, it's 15:06 in Shanghai. With a 6-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 Helsinki (HEL) follows a heading of 328° (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 Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) and Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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