The flight distance from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China to Arenal Airport (FON) in La Fortuna/San Carlos, Costa Rica is 15,358 kilometers (9,543 miles / 8,293 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying north northeast at a heading of 13°.

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 Costa Rica. 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 10:47 in Chengdu, it's 20:47 in La Fortuna/San Carlos. With a 14-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 1,283 feet between the two airports. Arenal Airport sits lower than Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport.

The return flight from La Fortuna/San Carlos (FON) to Chengdu (CTU) follows a heading of 349° (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 Arenal Airport (FON) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.