ANK
Ankara
Turkey
6,383 km
3,966 miles
CTU
Chengdu
China
Distance
6,383 km
3,966 mi / 3,447 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
Europe/Istanbul
Heading
75°
east northeast

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ANK CTU
Airport Name Etimesgut Air Base Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport
IATA Code ANK CTU
ICAO Code LTAD ZUUU
City Ankara Chengdu
Country Turkey China
Timezone Europe/Istanbul Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 2,653 ft 1,625 ft
Coordinates 39.950000, 32.690000 30.580000, 103.950000

Ankara (ANK) to Chengdu (CTU) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Etimesgut Air Base (ANK) in Ankara, Turkey to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China is 6,383 kilometers (3,966 miles / 3,447 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying east northeast at a heading of 75°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Turkey with China. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 21:58 in Ankara, it's 02:58 in Chengdu. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,028 feet between the two airports. Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport sits lower than Etimesgut Air Base.

The return flight from Chengdu (CTU) to Ankara (ANK) follows a heading of 300° (west northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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