NRL
North Ronaldsay
United Kingdom
8,727 km
5,423 miles
PVG
Shanghai
China
Distance
8,727 km
5,423 mi / 4,712 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+8h
Europe/London
Heading
46°
northeast

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NRL PVG
Airport Name North Ronaldsay Airport Shanghai Pudong International Airport
IATA Code NRL PVG
ICAO Code EGEN ZSPD
City North Ronaldsay Shanghai
Country United Kingdom China
Timezone Europe/London Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 40 ft 13 ft
Coordinates 59.370000, -2.430000 31.140000, 121.810000

North Ronaldsay (NRL) to Shanghai (PVG) Flight Distance

The flight distance from North Ronaldsay Airport (NRL) in North Ronaldsay, United Kingdom to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) in Shanghai, China is 8,727 kilometers (5,423 miles / 4,712 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northeast at a heading of 46°.

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 United Kingdom 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 09:09 in North Ronaldsay, it's 17:09 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.

The return flight from Shanghai (PVG) to North Ronaldsay (NRL) follows a heading of 335° (north 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 North Ronaldsay Airport (NRL) and Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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