The flight distance from Cascais Airport (CAT) in Cascais Airport, Portugal to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China is 9,673 kilometers (6,010 miles / 5,223 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northeast at a heading of 52°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 23:01 in Cascais Airport, it's 07:01 in Chengdu. With a 8-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 1,300 feet between the two airports. Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport sits higher than Cascais Airport.

The return flight from Chengdu (CTU) to Cascais Airport (CAT) follows a heading of 314° (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 Cascais Airport (CAT) and Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.