The flight distance from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China to Vilo Acuna International Airport (CYO) in Cayo Largo del Sur, Cuba is 14,181 kilometers (8,812 miles / 7,657 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying north at a heading of 6°.

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 Cuba. 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 19:17 in Chengdu, it's 06:17 in Cayo Largo del Sur. With a 13-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 1,615 feet between the two airports. Vilo Acuna International Airport sits lower than Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport.

The return flight from Cayo Largo del Sur (CYO) to Chengdu (CTU) follows a heading of 354° (north). 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 Vilo Acuna International Airport (CYO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.