The flight distance from Chacalluta Airport (ARI) in Arica, Chile to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China is 18,538 kilometers (11,519 miles / 10,010 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 23h, flying north northeast at a heading of 22°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 16:33 in Arica, it's 03:33 in Chengdu. With a 11-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 1,458 feet between the two airports. Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport sits higher than Chacalluta Airport.

The return flight from Chengdu (CTU) to Arica (ARI) follows a heading of 336° (north 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 Chacalluta Airport (ARI) and Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.