CTU
Chengdu
China
2,123 km
1,319 miles
IMK
Simikot
Nepal
Distance
2,123 km
1,319 mi / 1,146 nm
Est. Flight Time
3h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-2.25h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
274°
west

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CTU IMK
Airport Name Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport Simikot Airport
IATA Code CTU IMK
ICAO Code ZUUU VNST
City Chengdu Simikot
Country China Nepal
Timezone Asia/Shanghai Asia/Kathmandu
Elevation 1,625 ft 9,246 ft
Coordinates 30.580000, 103.950000 29.970000, 81.820000

Chengdu (CTU) to Simikot (IMK) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China to Simikot Airport (IMK) in Simikot, Nepal is 2,123 kilometers (1,319 miles / 1,146 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying west at a heading of 274°.

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 Nepal. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 05:28 in Chengdu, it's 03:13 in Simikot.

There is a significant elevation difference of 7,621 feet between the two airports. Simikot Airport sits higher than Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Simikot (IMK) to Chengdu (CTU) follows a heading of 83° (east). 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 Simikot Airport (IMK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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