The flight distance from Mara Serena Lodge Airstrip (MRE) in Masai Mara, Kenya to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) in Shanghai, China is 9,784 kilometers (6,080 miles / 5,283 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying east northeast at a heading of 59°.

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 Kenya 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 22:54 in Masai Mara, it's 03:54 in Shanghai. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,187 feet between the two airports. Shanghai Pudong International Airport sits lower than Mara Serena Lodge Airstrip. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Shanghai (PVG) to Masai Mara (MRE) follows a heading of 267° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Mara Serena Lodge Airstrip (MRE) and Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.