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 New York to Shanghai take?

Flight time depends on the exact route and aircraft, but at roughly 11,858 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: New York to Shanghai

11,858

Kilometres (km)

7,368

Miles (mi)

6,403

Nautical miles

About this flight distance

The great circle distance from New York to Shanghai is approximately 11,858 km. The typical flight time is 14h 40m.

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 New York

La Guardia Airport (LGA)17 km
New York Skyports Seaplane Base (NYS)19 km
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)33 km

Near Shanghai

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)45 km

Frequently Asked Questions

The great-circle distance from New York to Shanghai is approximately 11,858 km (7,368 miles).