How is the flight distance measured?

Flight distances are measured as the great-circle (straight-line) distance between airports. Actual flight paths may be slightly longer due to air traffic routing and weather avoidance.

How long does the flight from Cologne to Shanghai take?

Flight time depends on the exact route and aircraft, but at roughly 8,882 km the typical non-stop flight takes 1–10 hours. Check the flight duration page for the exact average.

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Flight Distance: Cologne to Shanghai

8,882

Kilometres (km)

5,519

Miles (mi)

4,796

Nautical miles

About this flight distance

The great circle distance from Cologne to Shanghai is approximately 8,882 km. The typical flight time is 10h 56m.

This is the shortest possible distance between the two cities as the crow flies. Real flight paths are often slightly longer due to air traffic control routing, weather, and airspace restrictions.

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Nearby airports

Near Cologne

Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS)54 km
Dortmund Airport (DTM)80 km
Maastricht Aachen Airport (MST)96 km

Near Shanghai

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)45 km

Frequently Asked Questions

The great-circle distance from Cologne to Shanghai is approximately 8,882 km (5,519 miles).