The flight distance from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) in Shanghai, China to CFB Cold Lake (YOD) in Cold Lake, Canada is 9,277 kilometers (5,764 miles / 5,009 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying north northeast at a heading of 28°.

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 Canada. 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 22:16 in Shanghai, it's 08:16 in Cold Lake. 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 1,762 feet between the two airports. CFB Cold Lake sits higher than Shanghai Pudong International Airport.

The return flight from Cold Lake (YOD) to Shanghai (PVG) follows a heading of 317° (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 CFB Cold Lake (YOD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.