The flight distance from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) in Shanghai, China to Licenciado y General Ignacio Lopez Rayon Airport (UPN) in Licenciado y General Ignacio Lopez Rayon Airport, Mexico is 12,702 kilometers (7,893 miles / 6,859 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying northeast at a heading of 46°.

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 Mexico. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 20:40 in Shanghai, it's 06:40 in Licenciado y General Ignacio Lopez Rayon Airport. With a 14-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 5,245 feet between the two airports. Licenciado y General Ignacio Lopez Rayon 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 Licenciado y General Ignacio Lopez Rayon Airport (UPN) to Shanghai (PVG) follows a heading of 319° (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 Licenciado y General Ignacio Lopez Rayon Airport (UPN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.