Airport Comparison
| POS | PVG | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Piarco International Airport | Shanghai Pudong International Airport |
| IATA Code | POS | PVG |
| ICAO Code | TTPP | ZSPD |
| City | Port of Spain | Shanghai |
| Country | Trinidad and Tobago | China |
| Timezone | America/Port_of_Spain | Asia/Shanghai |
| Elevation | 58 ft | 13 ft |
| Coordinates | 10.600000, -61.340000 | 31.140000, 121.810000 |
Port of Spain (POS) to Shanghai (PVG) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Piarco International Airport (POS) in Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) in Shanghai, China is 15,362 kilometers (9,545 miles / 8,295 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying north at a heading of 356°.
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 Trinidad and Tobago with China. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 21:29 in Port of Spain, it's 09:29 in Shanghai. With a 12-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 Port of Spain (POS) follows a heading of 5° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Piarco International Airport (POS) and Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.