AKO
Akron
United States
11,663 km
7,247 miles
CTU
Chengdu
China
Distance
11,663 km
7,247 mi / 6,298 nm
Est. Flight Time
15h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+15h
America/Denver
Heading
336°
north northwest

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AKO CTU
Airport Name Colorado Plains Regional Airport Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport
IATA Code AKO CTU
ICAO Code KAKO ZUUU
City Akron Chengdu
Country United States China
Timezone America/Denver Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 4,716 ft 1,625 ft
Coordinates 40.180000, -103.220000 30.580000, 103.950000

Akron (AKO) to Chengdu (CTU) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Colorado Plains Regional Airport (AKO) in Akron, United States to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China is 11,663 kilometers (7,247 miles / 6,298 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying north northwest at a heading of 336°.

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 United States with China. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 15:48 in Akron, it's 06:48 in Chengdu. With a 15-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 3,091 feet between the two airports. Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport sits lower than Colorado Plains Regional Airport.

The return flight from Chengdu (CTU) to Akron (AKO) follows a heading of 21° (north northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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