PVG
Shanghai
China
7,997 km
4,969 miles
SAW
Istanbul
Turkey
Distance
7,997 km
4,969 mi / 4,318 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-5h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
307°
northwest

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PVG SAW
Airport Name Shanghai Pudong International Airport Sabiha Gokcen International Airport
IATA Code PVG SAW
ICAO Code ZSPD LTFJ
City Shanghai Istanbul
Country China Turkey
Timezone Asia/Shanghai Europe/Istanbul
Elevation 13 ft 312 ft
Coordinates 31.140000, 121.810000 40.900000, 29.310000

Shanghai (PVG) to Istanbul (SAW) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) in Shanghai, China to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) in Istanbul, Turkey is 7,997 kilometers (4,969 miles / 4,318 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying northwest at a heading of 307°.

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 China with Turkey. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 19:17 in Shanghai, it's 14:17 in Istanbul. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Istanbul (SAW) to Shanghai (PVG) follows a heading of 64° (east northeast). 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 Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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