Airport Comparison
| CTU | IGU | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport | Cataratas International Airport |
| IATA Code | CTU | IGU |
| ICAO Code | ZUUU | SBFI |
| City | Chengdu | Foz Do Iguacu |
| Country | China | Brazil |
| Timezone | Asia/Shanghai | America/Sao_Paulo |
| Elevation | 1,625 ft | 786 ft |
| Coordinates | 30.580000, 103.950000 | -25.600000, -54.480000 |
Chengdu (CTU) to Foz Do Iguacu (IGU) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China to Cataratas International Airport (IGU) in Foz Do Iguacu, Brazil is 17,832 kilometers (11,080 miles / 9,628 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 22h, flying west at a heading of 279°.
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 Brazil. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 07:22 in Chengdu, it's 20:22 in Foz Do Iguacu. With a 11-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
The return flight from Foz Do Iguacu (IGU) to Chengdu (CTU) follows a heading of 70° (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 Cataratas International Airport (IGU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.