CAX
Carlisle
United Kingdom
8,240 km
5,120 miles
CTU
Chengdu
China
Distance
8,240 km
5,120 mi / 4,449 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+8h
Europe/London
Heading
59°
east northeast

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CAX CTU
Airport Name Carlisle Airport Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport
IATA Code CAX CTU
ICAO Code EGNC ZUUU
City Carlisle Chengdu
Country United Kingdom China
Timezone Europe/London Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 190 ft 1,625 ft
Coordinates 54.940000, -2.810000 30.580000, 103.950000

Carlisle (CAX) to Chengdu (CTU) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Carlisle Airport (CAX) in Carlisle, United Kingdom to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China is 8,240 kilometers (5,120 miles / 4,449 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying east northeast at a heading of 59°.

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 United Kingdom 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 23:26 in Carlisle, it's 07:26 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 1,435 feet between the two airports. Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport sits higher than Carlisle Airport.

The return flight from Chengdu (CTU) to Carlisle (CAX) follows a heading of 325° (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 Carlisle Airport (CAX) and Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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