Airport Comparison
| BLD | CTU | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Boulder City Municipal Airport | Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport |
| IATA Code | BLD | CTU |
| ICAO Code | KBVU | ZUUU |
| City | Boulder City | Chengdu |
| Country | United States | China |
| Timezone | America/Los_Angeles | Asia/Shanghai |
| Elevation | 2,203 ft | 1,625 ft |
| Coordinates | 35.950000, -114.860000 | 30.580000, 103.950000 |
Boulder City (BLD) to Chengdu (CTU) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Boulder City Municipal Airport (BLD) in Boulder City, United States to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China is 11,581 kilometers (7,196 miles / 6,253 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying northwest at a heading of 326°.
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 United States 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 10:56 in Boulder City, it's 02:56 in Chengdu. With a 16-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
The return flight from Chengdu (CTU) to Boulder City (BLD) follows a heading of 32° (north northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Boulder City Municipal Airport (BLD) and Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.