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Airport Comparison
| CTU | HRI | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport | Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport |
| IATA Code | CTU | HRI |
| ICAO Code | ZUUU | VCRI |
| City | Chengdu | Hambantota |
| Country | China | Sri Lanka |
| Timezone | Asia/Shanghai | Asia/Colombo |
| Elevation | 1,625 ft | 157 ft |
| Coordinates | 30.580000, 103.950000 | 6.280000, 81.120000 |
Chengdu (CTU) to Hambantota (HRI) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China to Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport (HRI) in Hambantota, Sri Lanka is 3,602 kilometers (2,238 miles / 1,945 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying southwest at a heading of 226°.
This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.
This is an international route connecting China with Sri Lanka. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 11:34 in Chengdu, it's 09:04 in Hambantota.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,468 feet between the two airports. Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport sits lower than Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport.
The return flight from Hambantota (HRI) to Chengdu (CTU) follows a heading of 39° (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 Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport (HRI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.
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