MUC
Munich
Germany
8,745 km
5,434 miles
SHA
Shanghai
China
Distance
8,745 km
5,434 mi / 4,722 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+6h
Europe/Berlin
Heading
55°
northeast

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Airport Comparison

MUC SHA
Airport Name Munich International Airport Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport
IATA Code MUC SHA
ICAO Code EDDM ZSSS
City Munich Shanghai
Country Germany China
Timezone Europe/Berlin Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 1,487 ft 10 ft
Coordinates 48.350000, 11.790000 31.200000, 121.340000

Munich (MUC) to Shanghai (SHA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Munich International Airport (MUC) in Munich, Germany to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) in Shanghai, China is 8,745 kilometers (5,434 miles / 4,722 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 01:35 in Munich, it's 07:35 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 1,477 feet between the two airports. Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport sits lower than Munich International Airport.

The return flight from Shanghai (SHA) 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 Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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