MUC
Munich
Germany
8,604 km
5,346 miles
RUG
Rugao
China
Distance
8,604 km
5,346 mi / 4,646 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+7h
Europe/Berlin
Heading
55°
northeast

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MUC RUG
Airport Name Munich International Airport Rugao Air Base
IATA Code MUC RUG
ICAO Code EDDM ZSRG
City Munich Rugao
Country Germany China
Timezone Europe/Berlin Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 1,487 ft 0 ft
Coordinates 48.350000, 11.790000 32.260000, 120.500000

Munich (MUC) to Rugao (RUG) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Munich International Airport (MUC) in Munich, Germany to Rugao Air Base (RUG) in Rugao, China is 8,604 kilometers (5,346 miles / 4,646 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northeast at a heading of 55°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 05:58 in Munich, it's 12:58 in Rugao. With a 7-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 1,487 feet between the two airports. Rugao Air Base sits lower than Munich International Airport.

The return flight from Rugao (RUG) to Munich (MUC) follows a heading of 320° (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 Munich International Airport (MUC) and Rugao Air Base (RUG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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