The flight distance from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China to General Rivadeneira Airport (ESM) in Tachina, Ecuador is 16,485 kilometers (10,244 miles / 8,901 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying north at a heading of 7°.

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 Ecuador. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 04:55 in Chengdu, it's 15:55 in Tachina. 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 1,593 feet between the two airports. General Rivadeneira Airport sits lower than Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport.

The return flight from Tachina (ESM) 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 General Rivadeneira Airport (ESM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.