The flight distance from Queen Beatrix International Airport (AUA) in Oranjestad, AW to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China is 15,182 kilometers (9,433 miles / 8,197 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying north at a heading of 8°.

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 AW 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 08:49 in Oranjestad, it's 20:49 in Chengdu. With a 12-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 1,565 feet between the two airports. Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport sits higher than Queen Beatrix International Airport.

The return flight from Chengdu (CTU) to Oranjestad (AUA) follows a heading of 351° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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