The flight distance from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China to Sir Seretse Khama International Airport (GBE) in Gaborone, Botswana is 10,320 kilometers (6,413 miles / 5,572 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying west southwest at a heading of 243°.

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 Botswana. 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 16:30 in Chengdu, it's 10:30 in Gaborone. With a 6-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 1,674 feet between the two airports. Sir Seretse Khama International Airport sits higher than Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport.

The return flight from Gaborone (GBE) to Chengdu (CTU) follows a heading of 57° (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 Sir Seretse Khama International Airport (GBE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.