The flight distance from Ciudad Obregon International Airport (CEN) in Ciudad Obregon, Mexico to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China is 12,638 kilometers (7,853 miles / 6,824 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying north northwest at a heading of 328°.

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 Mexico 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 04:01 in Ciudad Obregon, it's 19:01 in Chengdu. With a 15-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 1,382 feet between the two airports. Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport sits higher than Ciudad Obregon International Airport.

The return flight from Chengdu (CTU) to Ciudad Obregon (CEN) follows a heading of 33° (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 Ciudad Obregon International Airport (CEN) and Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.