The flight distance from Jack Brooks Regional Airport (BPT) in Beaumont/Port Arthur, United States to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China is 13,016 kilometers (8,088 miles / 7,028 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying north northwest at a heading of 343°.

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 11:53 in Beaumont/Port Arthur, it's 01:53 in Chengdu. With a 14-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 1,610 feet between the two airports. Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport sits higher than Jack Brooks Regional Airport.

The return flight from Chengdu (CTU) to Beaumont/Port Arthur (BPT) follows a heading of 17° (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 Jack Brooks Regional Airport (BPT) and Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.