CTU
Chengdu
China
8,274 km
5,141 miles
GLA
Glasgow
United Kingdom
Distance
8,274 km
5,141 mi / 4,467 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-8h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
326°
north northwest

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CTU GLA
Airport Name Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport Glasgow International Airport
IATA Code CTU GLA
ICAO Code ZUUU EGPF
City Chengdu Glasgow
Country China United Kingdom
Timezone Asia/Shanghai Europe/London
Elevation 1,625 ft 26 ft
Coordinates 30.580000, 103.950000 55.870000, -4.430000

Chengdu (CTU) to Glasgow (GLA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China to Glasgow International Airport (GLA) in Glasgow, United Kingdom is 8,274 kilometers (5,141 miles / 4,467 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north northwest at a heading of 326°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting China with United Kingdom. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 19:16 in Chengdu, it's 11:16 in Glasgow. With a 8-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 1,599 feet between the two airports. Glasgow International Airport sits lower than Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport.

The return flight from Glasgow (GLA) to Chengdu (CTU) follows a heading of 58° (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 Glasgow International Airport (GLA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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