PVG
Shanghai
China
9,706 km
6,031 miles
ZQN
Queenstown
New Zealand
Distance
9,706 km
6,031 mi / 5,241 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+4h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
149°
south southeast

Ready to fly PVG to ZQN?

Compare flight prices across hundreds of airlines and booking sites.

Find flights from PVG to ZQN

Some links on this page are affiliate links. We may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.

Airport Comparison

PVG ZQN
Airport Name Shanghai Pudong International Airport Queenstown International Airport
IATA Code PVG ZQN
ICAO Code ZSPD NZQN
City Shanghai Queenstown
Country China New Zealand
Timezone Asia/Shanghai Pacific/Auckland
Elevation 13 ft 1,171 ft
Coordinates 31.140000, 121.810000 -45.020000, 168.740000

Shanghai (PVG) to Queenstown (ZQN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) in Shanghai, China to Queenstown International Airport (ZQN) in Queenstown, New Zealand is 9,706 kilometers (6,031 miles / 5,241 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying south southeast at a heading of 149°.

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 New Zealand. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 03:48 in Shanghai, it's 07:48 in Queenstown. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,158 feet between the two airports. Queenstown International Airport sits higher than Shanghai Pudong International Airport.

The return flight from Queenstown (ZQN) to Shanghai (PVG) follows a heading of 321° (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 Queenstown International Airport (ZQN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

Cheapest months to fly PVG → ZQN

Live ticket prices for the next 12 months. Click any month to see deals.

Flight schedule PVG → ZQN

Upcoming departures, airlines, and flight numbers for this route.

Flight PVG → ZQN delayed or cancelled?

You may be entitled to up to €600 compensation under EU 261 / UK 261. Check eligibility in 2 minutes.

Calculate Flight Time Between Airports

Use our flight time calculator to find distances and estimated flight travel times between cities. Calculate flight duration for any airport pair worldwide.