Bucharest to Shanghai Flights
Flights from Bucharest (OTP) to Shanghai (SHA) connect Romania and China. The great-circle distance is approximately 8,052 km, and a typical direct flight takes about 11 hours. Airports commonly used for this city pair include OTP and SHA, PVG. The reverse route is Shanghai to Bucharest. Use the search tool below to compare live prices and schedules — do not treat any static text on this page as a live fare.
Route facts
- Origin
- Bucharest, Romania
- Destination
- Shanghai, China
- Distance
- 8,052 km
- Typical duration
- about 11 hours
- Origin codes
- OTP
- Destination codes
- SHA, PVG
- Primary keyword
- flights from Bucharest to Shanghai
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Route overview
Bucharest to Shanghai is a city-pair air route between Romania and China. Travelers use this corridor for leisure, business, and connecting itineraries.
Primary search codes are OTP and SHA. Related codes: OTP → SHA, PVG.
Distance
Approximate flight distance: 8,052 km (great-circle). Actual flown distance can be longer depending on airway routing.
Duration
Typical block time for a direct flight is about 11 hours. Connecting itineraries take longer and depend on layover airports.
Airports
Bucharest airports and metro codes: OTP.
Shanghai airports and metro codes: SHA, PVG.
Alternative routes
Related searches include the reverse route Shanghai to Bucharest, other destinations from Bucharest, and other origins into Shanghai.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Bucharest to Shanghai?
Direct flights from Bucharest to Shanghai typically take about 11 hours, depending on aircraft type, routing, and wind conditions. Connecting itineraries take longer.
What is the distance from Bucharest to Shanghai?
The great-circle distance between Bucharest and Shanghai is approximately 8,052 km. Flown distance can be longer depending on airways.
Which airports serve flights from Bucharest to Shanghai?
Bucharest is commonly searched with code OTP (related: OTP). Shanghai is commonly searched with code SHA (related: SHA, PVG).
Are there direct flights from Bucharest to Shanghai?
Direct service availability varies by season and airline. Compare live schedules on Cheap Flights Worldwide for current nonstop and connecting options on this route.
What is the reverse flight route from Shanghai to Bucharest?
The reverse city pair is Shanghai to Bucharest. Distance is the same great-circle measure (8,052 km); block time can differ with winds and schedules.
Which countries does the Bucharest to Shanghai route connect?
This route connects Romania (Bucharest) with China (Shanghai).