The flight distance from Arutua Airport (AXR) in Arutua Airport, French Polynesia to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China is 12,700 kilometers (7,891 miles / 6,857 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying west northwest at a heading of 297°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 14:46 in Arutua Airport, it's 08:46 in Chengdu. With a 18-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 1,616 feet between the two airports. Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport sits higher than Arutua Airport.

The return flight from Chengdu (CTU) to Arutua Airport (AXR) follows a heading of 94° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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