LAA
Lamar
United States
11,042 km
6,861 miles
PVG
Shanghai
China
Distance
11,042 km
6,861 mi / 5,962 nm
Est. Flight Time
14h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+15h
America/Denver
Heading
323°
northwest

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LAA PVG
Airport Name Southeast Colorado Regional Airport Shanghai Pudong International Airport
IATA Code LAA PVG
ICAO Code KLAA ZSPD
City Lamar Shanghai
Country United States China
Timezone America/Denver Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 3,706 ft 13 ft
Coordinates 38.070000, -102.690000 31.140000, 121.810000

Lamar (LAA) to Shanghai (PVG) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Southeast Colorado Regional Airport (LAA) in Lamar, United States to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) in Shanghai, China is 11,042 kilometers (6,861 miles / 5,962 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying northwest at a heading of 323°.

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 15:30 in Lamar, it's 06:30 in Shanghai. With a 15-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 3,693 feet between the two airports. Shanghai Pudong International Airport sits lower than Southeast Colorado Regional Airport.

The return flight from Shanghai (PVG) to Lamar (LAA) follows a heading of 34° (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 Southeast Colorado Regional Airport (LAA) and Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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