The flight distance from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) in Shanghai, China to San Nicolas Airport (RIM) in Rodriguez de Mendoza, Peru is 16,607 kilometers (10,319 miles / 8,967 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying northeast at a heading of 40°.

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 China with Peru. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 14:49 in Shanghai, it's 01:49 in Rodriguez de Mendoza. With a 13-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 5,069 feet between the two airports. San Nicolas Airport sits higher than Shanghai Pudong International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Rodriguez de Mendoza (RIM) to Shanghai (PVG) follows a heading of 326° (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 San Nicolas Airport (RIM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.