CGD
Changde
China
11,056 km
6,870 miles
SLC
Salt Lake City
United States
Distance
11,056 km
6,870 mi / 5,970 nm
Est. Flight Time
14h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-15h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
32°
north northeast

Airport Comparison

CGD SLC
Airport Name Changde Airport Salt Lake City International Airport
IATA Code CGD SLC
ICAO Code ZGCD KSLC
City Changde Salt Lake City
Country China United States
Timezone Asia/Shanghai America/Denver
Elevation 128 ft 4,231 ft
Coordinates 28.920000, 111.640000 40.790000, -111.980000

Changde (CGD) to Salt Lake City (SLC) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Changde Airport (CGD) in Changde, China to Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) in Salt Lake City, United States is 11,056 kilometers (6,870 miles / 5,970 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying north northeast at a heading of 32°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 18:53 in Changde, it's 03:53 in Salt Lake City. 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 4,103 feet between the two airports. Salt Lake City International Airport sits higher than Changde Airport.

The return flight from Salt Lake City (SLC) to Changde (CGD) follows a heading of 322° (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 Changde Airport (CGD) and Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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