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Distance from Manila to Shanghai

1,850 km (1,150 miles) — straight-line distance as the crow flies

1,850 km

Kilometers

1,150 miles

Miles

~2h 41m

Est. Flight

0h

Time Difference

Manila

Philippines
Area: 43 km²
Population: 1.85M
Timezone: UTC+8
Elevation: 5m

Shanghai

China
Area: 6,341 km²
Population: 24.87M
Timezone: UTC+8
Elevation: 4m

The distance between Manila and Shanghai is roughly equivalent to 5 hours of driving, though the straight-line distance as the crow flies is significantly shorter than any road route.

Manila is known for Intramuros walled city and Rizal Park, while Shanghai is famous for The Bund waterfront and Pudong skyline.

In terms of city area, Shanghai is 147.5x larger than Manila. You can compare their sizes visually on our side-by-side map comparison.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Manila from Shanghai?

The straight-line (as the crow flies) distance from Manila to Shanghai is 1,850 km (1,150 miles).

How long is the flight from Manila to Shanghai?

A direct flight would take approximately 2h 41m, based on an average commercial jet speed of 850 km/h.

Is Manila bigger than Shanghai?

Shanghai is larger at 6,341 km², compared to 43 km².

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