The flight distance from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China to Heraklion International Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER) in Heraklion, Greece is 7,168 kilometers (4,454 miles / 3,871 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying west northwest at a heading of 298°.

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 Greece. 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 16:35 in Chengdu, it's 10:35 in Heraklion. 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 1,510 feet between the two airports. Heraklion International Nikos Kazantzakis Airport sits lower than Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport.

The return flight from Heraklion (HER) to Chengdu (CTU) follows a heading of 69° (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 Heraklion International Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.