The flight distance from Port Alfred Airport (AFD) in Port Alfred, South Africa to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China is 10,778 kilometers (6,697 miles / 5,820 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying east northeast at a heading of 58°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting South Africa with China. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 23:58 in Port Alfred, it's 05:58 in Chengdu. With a 6-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,318 feet between the two airports. Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport sits higher than Port Alfred Airport.

The return flight from Chengdu (CTU) to Port Alfred (AFD) follows a heading of 235° (southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Port Alfred Airport (AFD) and Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.