The flight distance from Carson City Airport (CSN) in Carson City, United States to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China is 11,038 kilometers (6,859 miles / 5,960 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying northwest at a heading of 323°.

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 United States 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 03:26 in Carson City, it's 19:26 in Chengdu. With a 16-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 3,079 feet between the two airports. Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport sits lower than Carson City Airport.

The return flight from Chengdu (CTU) to Carson City (CSN) 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 Carson City Airport (CSN) and Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.