The flight distance from Nimba Airport (NIA) in Nimba, Liberia to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) in Shanghai, China is 13,216 kilometers (8,212 miles / 7,136 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying northeast at a heading of 48°.

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 Liberia 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 11:27 in Nimba, it's 19:27 in Shanghai. With a 8-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 1,619 feet between the two airports. Shanghai Pudong International Airport sits lower than Nimba Airport.

The return flight from Shanghai (PVG) to Nimba (NIA) follows a heading of 300° (west 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 Nimba Airport (NIA) and Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.