CTU
Chengdu
China
7,968 km
4,951 miles
GLZ
Breda
Netherlands
Distance
7,968 km
4,951 mi / 4,303 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-6h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
320°
northwest

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CTU GLZ
Airport Name Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport Gilze Rijen Air Base
IATA Code CTU GLZ
ICAO Code ZUUU EHGR
City Chengdu Breda
Country China Netherlands
Timezone Asia/Shanghai Europe/Amsterdam
Elevation 1,625 ft 49 ft
Coordinates 30.580000, 103.950000 51.570000, 4.930000

Chengdu (CTU) to Breda (GLZ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China to Gilze Rijen Air Base (GLZ) in Breda, Netherlands is 7,968 kilometers (4,951 miles / 4,303 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying northwest at a heading of 320°.

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 Netherlands. 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 18:13 in Chengdu, it's 12:13 in Breda. 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 1,576 feet between the two airports. Gilze Rijen Air Base sits lower than Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport.

The return flight from Breda (GLZ) to Chengdu (CTU) follows a heading of 64° (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 Gilze Rijen Air Base (GLZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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