The flight distance from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China to JAGS McCartney International Airport (GDT) in Cockburn Town, TC is 14,207 kilometers (8,828 miles / 7,671 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying north at a heading of 354°.

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 TC. 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 21:09 in Chengdu, it's 09:09 in Cockburn Town. With a 12-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 1,612 feet between the two airports. JAGS McCartney International Airport sits lower than Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport.

The return flight from Cockburn Town (GDT) to Chengdu (CTU) follows a heading of 5° (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 JAGS McCartney International Airport (GDT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.