KDU
Skardu
Pakistan
4,290 km
2,666 miles
PVG
Shanghai
China
Distance
4,290 km
2,666 mi / 2,316 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
Asia/Karachi
Heading
83°
east

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KDU PVG
Airport Name Skardu Airport Shanghai Pudong International Airport
IATA Code KDU PVG
ICAO Code OPSD ZSPD
City Skardu Shanghai
Country Pakistan China
Timezone Asia/Karachi Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 7,316 ft 13 ft
Coordinates 35.340000, 75.540000 31.140000, 121.810000

Skardu (KDU) to Shanghai (PVG) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Skardu Airport (KDU) in Skardu, Pakistan to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) in Shanghai, China is 4,290 kilometers (2,666 miles / 2,316 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying east at a heading of 83°.

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 Pakistan with China. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 07:12 in Skardu, it's 10:12 in Shanghai. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 7,303 feet between the two airports. Shanghai Pudong International Airport sits lower than Skardu Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Shanghai (PVG) to Skardu (KDU) follows a heading of 289° (west 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 Skardu Airport (KDU) and Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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