Distance from Shanghai to Karachi
The sea distance from Shanghai, China to Karachi, Pakistan is 5,123 nautical miles (9,488 km), on the route ships sail.
Days at sea from Shanghai to Karachi
| Speed | Days at sea |
|---|---|
| 10 knots | 21.3 days |
| 12 knots | 17.8 days |
| 14 knots | 15.2 days |
| 16 knots | 13.3 days |
| 18 knots | 11.9 days |
| 20 knots | 10.7 days |
At sea only: add the canal transit, any waiting time and the days in port for the voyage time.
The route
From Shanghai the route runs without any canal transit to Karachi, following the sea lanes and straits ships use and keeping clear of land.
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Other port distances
Shanghai to Karachi by sea.
How far is Shanghai from Karachi by sea?
The sea distance from Shanghai to Karachi is 5,123 nautical miles (9,488 km), on the route ships sail.
How many days does a ship take from Shanghai to Karachi?
About 15.2 days at sea at 14 knots, 11.9 days at 18 knots, before any canal waiting time or port stay.
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