PVG
Shanghai
China
3,837 km
2,384 miles
RDE
Merdei-Papua Island
Indonesia
Distance
3,837 km
2,384 mi / 2,072 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
159°
south southeast

Airport Comparison

PVG RDE
Airport Name Shanghai Pudong International Airport Merdei Airport
IATA Code PVG RDE
ICAO Code ZSPD WASM
City Shanghai Merdei-Papua Island
Country China Indonesia
Timezone Asia/Shanghai Asia/Jayapura
Elevation 13 ft 425 ft
Coordinates 31.140000, 121.810000 -1.580000, 133.330000

Shanghai (PVG) to Merdei-Papua Island (RDE) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) in Shanghai, China to Merdei Airport (RDE) in Merdei-Papua Island, Indonesia is 3,837 kilometers (2,384 miles / 2,072 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying south southeast at a heading of 159°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting China with Indonesia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 15:34 in Shanghai, it's 16:34 in Merdei-Papua Island.

The return flight from Merdei-Papua Island (RDE) to Shanghai (PVG) follows a heading of 342° (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 Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) and Merdei Airport (RDE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

Calculate Flight Time Between Airports

Use our flight time calculator to find distances and estimated flight travel times between cities. Calculate flight duration for any airport pair worldwide.