Vienna to Shanghai Flights
Flights from Vienna (VIE) to Shanghai (SHA) connect Austria and China. The great-circle distance is approximately 8,497 km, and a typical direct flight takes about 11 to 12 hours. Airports commonly used for this city pair include VIE and SHA, PVG. The reverse route is Shanghai to Vienna. 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
- Vienna, Austria
- Destination
- Shanghai, China
- Distance
- 8,497 km
- Typical duration
- about 11 to 12 hours
- Origin codes
- VIE
- Destination codes
- SHA, PVG
- Primary keyword
- flights from Vienna to Shanghai
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Route overview
Vienna to Shanghai is a city-pair air route between Austria and China. Travelers use this corridor for leisure, business, and connecting itineraries.
Primary search codes are VIE and SHA. Related codes: VIE → SHA, PVG.
Distance
Approximate flight distance: 8,497 km (great-circle). Actual flown distance can be longer depending on airway routing.
Duration
Typical block time for a direct flight is about 11 to 12 hours. Connecting itineraries take longer and depend on layover airports.
Airports
Vienna airports and metro codes: VIE.
Shanghai airports and metro codes: SHA, PVG.
Alternative routes
Related searches include the reverse route Shanghai to Vienna, other destinations from Vienna, and other origins into Shanghai.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Vienna to Shanghai?
Direct flights from Vienna to Shanghai typically take about 11 to 12 hours, depending on aircraft type, routing, and wind conditions. Connecting itineraries take longer.
What is the distance from Vienna to Shanghai?
The great-circle distance between Vienna and Shanghai is approximately 8,497 km. Flown distance can be longer depending on airways.
Which airports serve flights from Vienna to Shanghai?
Vienna is commonly searched with code VIE (related: VIE). Shanghai is commonly searched with code SHA (related: SHA, PVG).
Are there direct flights from Vienna 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 Vienna?
The reverse city pair is Shanghai to Vienna. Distance is the same great-circle measure (8,497 km); block time can differ with winds and schedules.
Which countries does the Vienna to Shanghai route connect?
This route connects Austria (Vienna) with China (Shanghai).