The flight distance from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China to Imperial Municipal Airport (IML) in Imperial, United States is 11,683 kilometers (7,260 miles / 6,308 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying north northeast at a heading of 20°.

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 20:03 in Chengdu, it's 06:03 in Imperial. With a 14-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 1,651 feet between the two airports. Imperial Municipal Airport sits higher than Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport.

The return flight from Imperial (IML) to Chengdu (CTU) follows a heading of 337° (north northwest). 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 Imperial Municipal Airport (IML) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.