Airport Comparison
| AZS | CTU | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Samana El Catey International Airport | Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport |
| IATA Code | AZS | CTU |
| ICAO Code | MDCY | ZUUU |
| City | Samana | Chengdu |
| Country | Dominican Republic | China |
| Timezone | America/Santo_Domingo | Asia/Shanghai |
| Elevation | 30 ft | 1,625 ft |
| Coordinates | 19.270000, -69.740000 | 30.580000, 103.950000 |
Samana (AZS) to Chengdu (CTU) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Samana El Catey International Airport (AZS) in Samana, Dominican Republic to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China is 14,431 kilometers (8,967 miles / 7,792 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying north at a heading of 7°.
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 Dominican Republic 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 06:55 in Samana, it's 18:55 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 1,595 feet between the two airports. Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport sits higher than Samana El Catey International Airport.
The return flight from Chengdu (CTU) to Samana (AZS) follows a heading of 352° (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 Samana El Catey International Airport (AZS) and Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.