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 Milan to Shanghai take?

Flight time depends on the exact route and aircraft, but at roughly 9,144 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: Milan to Shanghai

9,144

Kilometres (km)

5,682

Miles (mi)

4,937

Nautical miles

About this flight distance

The great circle distance from Milan to Shanghai is approximately 9,144 km. The typical flight time is 11h 15m.

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 Milan

Lugano Airport (LUG)44 km
Linate Airport (LIN)47 km
Bergamo / Orio Al Serio Airport (BGY)76 km

Near Shanghai

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)45 km

Frequently Asked Questions

The great-circle distance from Milan to Shanghai is approximately 9,144 km (5,682 miles).