The flight distance from Ford Airport (IMT) in Iron Mountain Kingsford, United States to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) in Shanghai, China is 10,942 kilometers (6,799 miles / 5,908 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying north northwest at a heading of 334°.

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 08:56 in Iron Mountain Kingsford, it's 22:56 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 1,169 feet between the two airports. Shanghai Pudong International Airport sits lower than Ford Airport.

The return flight from Shanghai (PVG) to Iron Mountain Kingsford (IMT) follows a heading of 21° (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 Ford Airport (IMT) and Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.