CTU
Chengdu
China
5,932 km
3,686 miles
CXN
Candala
Somalia
Distance
5,932 km
3,686 mi / 3,203 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-5h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
261°
west

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CTU CXN
Airport Name Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport Candala Airport
IATA Code CTU CXN
ICAO Code ZUUU HCMC
City Chengdu Candala
Country China Somalia
Timezone Asia/Shanghai Africa/Mogadishu
Elevation 1,625 ft 9 ft
Coordinates 30.580000, 103.950000 11.500000, 49.920000

Chengdu (CTU) to Candala (CXN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China to Candala Airport (CXN) in Candala, Somalia is 5,932 kilometers (3,686 miles / 3,203 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying west at a heading of 261°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 12:29 in Chengdu, it's 07:29 in Candala. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,616 feet between the two airports. Candala Airport sits lower than Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport.

The return flight from Candala (CXN) to Chengdu (CTU) follows a heading of 60° (east 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 Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) and Candala Airport (CXN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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