The flight distance from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) in Shanghai, China to Sao Tome International Airport (TMS) in Sao Tome, São Tomé and Príncipe is 12,351 kilometers (7,675 miles / 6,669 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying west northwest at a heading of 284°.

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 São Tomé and Príncipe. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 07:20 in Shanghai, it's 23:20 in Sao Tome. 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 Sao Tome (TMS) to Shanghai (PVG) follows a heading of 56° (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 Sao Tome International Airport (TMS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.