The flight distance from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China to Bahia - Jorge Amado Airport (IOS) in Ilheus, Brazil is 15,859 kilometers (9,854 miles / 8,563 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying west northwest at a heading of 287°.

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 15:33 in Chengdu, it's 04:33 in Ilheus. 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.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,610 feet between the two airports. Bahia - Jorge Amado Airport sits lower than Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport.

The return flight from Ilheus (IOS) to Chengdu (CTU) follows a heading of 59° (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 Bahia - Jorge Amado Airport (IOS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.