The flight distance from Lime Acres Finsch Mine Airport (LMR) in Lime Acres, South Africa to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) in Shanghai, China is 12,322 kilometers (7,656 miles / 6,653 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying east northeast at a heading of 65°.

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 South Africa with China. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 17:57 in Lime Acres, it's 23:57 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.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,887 feet between the two airports. Shanghai Pudong International Airport sits lower than Lime Acres Finsch Mine Airport.

The return flight from Shanghai (PVG) to Lime Acres (LMR) follows a heading of 249° (west southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Lime Acres Finsch Mine Airport (LMR) and Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.