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Distance from Shanghai to Toronto

11,422 km (7,097 miles) — straight-line distance as the crow flies

11,422 km

Kilometers

7,097 miles

Miles

~13h 56m

Est. Flight

13h

Time Difference

Shanghai

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

Toronto

Canada
Area: 630 km²
Population: 2.93M
Timezone: UTC-5
Elevation: 76m

Shanghai and Toronto are separated by over 11000 kilometers — roughly the distance of flying across an entire ocean.

Shanghai is known for The Bund waterfront and Pudong skyline, while Toronto is famous for CN Tower and Royal Ontario Museum.

In terms of city area, Shanghai is 10.1x larger than Toronto. You can compare their sizes visually on our side-by-side map comparison.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Shanghai from Toronto?

The straight-line (as the crow flies) distance from Shanghai to Toronto is 11,422 km (7,097 miles).

How long is the flight from Shanghai to Toronto?

A direct flight would take approximately 13h 56m, based on an average commercial jet speed of 850 km/h.

Is Shanghai bigger than Toronto?

Shanghai is larger at 6,341 km², compared to 630 km².

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