The flight distance from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China to Groton-New London Airport (GON) in Groton (New London), United States is 12,009 kilometers (7,462 miles / 6,484 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying north at a heading of 357°.

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 United States. 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 00:04 in Chengdu, it's 12:04 in Groton (New London). 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 1,616 feet between the two airports. Groton-New London Airport sits lower than Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport.

The return flight from Groton (New London) (GON) to Chengdu (CTU) follows a heading of 4° (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 Groton-New London Airport (GON) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.