BZI
Balikesir
Turkey
6,784 km
4,216 miles
CTU
Chengdu
China
Distance
6,784 km
4,216 mi / 3,663 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
Europe/Istanbul
Heading
73°
east northeast

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BZI CTU
Airport Name Balikesir Merkez Airport Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport
IATA Code BZI CTU
ICAO Code LTBF ZUUU
City Balikesir Chengdu
Country Turkey China
Timezone Europe/Istanbul Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 340 ft 1,625 ft
Coordinates 39.620000, 27.930000 30.580000, 103.950000

Balikesir (BZI) to Chengdu (CTU) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Balikesir Merkez Airport (BZI) in Balikesir, Turkey to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China is 6,784 kilometers (4,216 miles / 3,663 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying east northeast at a heading of 73°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Turkey with China. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 07:55 in Balikesir, it's 12:55 in Chengdu. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,285 feet between the two airports. Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport sits higher than Balikesir Merkez Airport.

The return flight from Chengdu (CTU) to Balikesir (BZI) follows a heading of 301° (west northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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