Chicago (MDW) to Shanghai (PVG)

Flight Distance & Air Miles

✈️ 7,058

miles

11,359

kilometers

6,133

nautical miles

🕐 13h 57m

Flight Time

🧭 NW (334°)

Direction

🌍 +14h

Time Difference

💳 Frequent Flyer Miles You'll Earn

Airline	Base Miles	Elite Bonus	Elite Total
🇺🇸 American Airlines AAdvantage	7,058	+4,235	11,293 Platinum
🔺 Delta Air Lines SkyMiles	7,058	+4,235	11,293 Gold Medallion
⭐ United Airlines MileagePlus	7,058	+3,529	10,587 Premier Gold
❤️ Southwest Airlines Rapid Rewards	7,058	+3,529	10,587 A-List Preferred
🏔️ Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan	7,058	+7,058	14,116 MVP Gold
🔵 JetBlue Airways TrueBlue	7,058	+3,529	10,587 Mosaic

* Elite bonus miles shown for mid-tier status. Actual miles earned depend on your fare class and elite status level.

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💡 Did You Know?

When you land in Shanghai, your watch will be 14 hours ahead. Don't forget to adjust for jet lag!

✈️ Flight Details

The MDW to PVG route connects Chicago, United States with Shanghai, China. This long-haul flight covers 7,058 miles and typically uses wide-body aircraft like Boeing 777 or Airbus A350.

This international flight crosses from United States to China. Remember to check passport and visa requirements. The flight follows a NW bearing of 334° from Chicago. There is a 14 hour time difference between the airports.

🛫 About MDW

Chicago Midway International Airport

Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) serves Chicago, United States.

🛬 About PVG

Shanghai Pudong International Airport

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) serves Shanghai, China.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

The flight distance from Chicago Midway International Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport is 7,058 miles (11,359 kilometers). This is the great circle distance - the shortest path between the two airports.

Direct flights from MDW to PVG typically take around 13h 57m. Return flights may vary slightly due to prevailing winds.

You'll earn approximately 7,058 base miles on most airline loyalty programs. Elite status members earn bonus miles on top of this base amount.

Multiple airlines typically operate this route. Check with major carriers including American, Delta, United, and other airlines that serve these airports.