The flight distance from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China to Futuna Airport (FTA) in Futuna Island, Vanuatu is 9,007 kilometers (5,597 miles / 4,863 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying east southeast at a heading of 119°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 17:46 in Chengdu, it's 20:46 in Futuna Island. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,530 feet between the two airports. Futuna Airport sits lower than Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport.

The return flight from Futuna Island (FTA) to Chengdu (CTU) follows a heading of 307° (northwest). 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 Futuna Airport (FTA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.