Distance from Amsterdam to Shanghai
8,873 km (5,514 miles) — straight-line distance as the crow flies
8,873 km
Kilometers
5,514 miles
Miles
~10h 56m
Est. Flight
7h
Time Difference
Amsterdam
NetherlandsShanghai
ChinaAmsterdam and Shanghai sit on different continents, with a straight-line distance that would take roughly 10h 56m by commercial jet.
Amsterdam is known for Canal ring and Rijksmuseum, while Shanghai is famous for The Bund waterfront and Pudong skyline.
In terms of city area, Shanghai is 29.0x larger than Amsterdam. You can compare their sizes visually on our side-by-side map comparison.
Compare Amsterdam and Shanghai side by side
Open Map ComparisonFrequently Asked Questions
How far is Amsterdam from Shanghai?
The straight-line (as the crow flies) distance from Amsterdam to Shanghai is 8,873 km (5,514 miles).
How long is the flight from Amsterdam to Shanghai?
A direct flight would take approximately 10h 56m, based on an average commercial jet speed of 850 km/h.
Is Amsterdam bigger than Shanghai?
Shanghai is larger at 6,341 km², compared to 219 km².