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Flight Distance from Chennai (MAA) to Shanghai (Minhang) (SHA)
Comprehensive aviation route data, direct distance, flight duration, CO₂ footprint, passport visa rules and interactive map.
Origin Airport
MAAVOMM
Chennai, India
Chennai International Airport
Great Circle Path
4,663 km2,897 miles • 2,518 NM
Destination Airport
ZSSSSHA
Shanghai (Minhang), China
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport
Direct Distance
4,663 km
2,897 Statute Miles
2,518 Nautical Miles
Commercial Flight
5h 59m
Est. non-stop flight duration (~850 km/h cruising speed + buffer)
CO₂ Footprint
420 kg
Estimated carbon footprint per economy passenger (~90g CO₂/km)
Initial Heading
57° True
Initial compass bearing towards destination
Estimated Travel Duration by Aircraft Class
Commercial Jet (Boeing 787 / A350)
5h 59m
Speed: ~850 km/h (459 knots)
Business Jet (Gulfstream G650)
5h 34m
Speed: ~920 km/h (496 knots)
Turboprop Aircraft (ATR-72 / Q400)
9h 28m
Speed: ~520 km/h (280 knots)
Passport & Visa Entry Requirements
🌐 IN→🌐 CN
This information is provided for general guidance only and does not replace official verification with an embassy, consulate, or the IATA Travel Centre before you travel.
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Flight Path & Geodetic Arc Map
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Departure Airport Specs
Chennai International Airport (MAA)
- City / Country: Chennai, India
- ICAO Code: VOMM
- Coordinates: 12.9900°, 80.1693°
- Timezone: Asia/Kolkata
- Elevation: 52 ft
Arrival Airport Specs
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
- City / Country: Shanghai (Minhang), China
- ICAO Code: ZSSS
- Coordinates: 31.1981°, 121.3343°
- Timezone: Asia/Shanghai
- Elevation: 10 ft
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