CTU
Chengdu
China
3,683 km
2,288 miles
KCT
Galle
Sri Lanka
Distance
3,683 km
2,288 mi / 1,989 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-2.5h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
227°
southwest

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CTU KCT
Airport Name Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport Koggala Airport
IATA Code CTU KCT
ICAO Code ZUUU VCCK
City Chengdu Galle
Country China Sri Lanka
Timezone Asia/Shanghai Asia/Colombo
Elevation 1,625 ft 10 ft
Coordinates 30.580000, 103.950000 5.990000, 80.320000

Chengdu (CTU) to Galle (KCT) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China to Koggala Airport (KCT) in Galle, Sri Lanka is 3,683 kilometers (2,288 miles / 1,989 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying southwest at a heading of 227°.

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 08:04 in Chengdu, it's 05:34 in Galle.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,615 feet between the two airports. Koggala Airport sits lower than Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport.

The return flight from Galle (KCT) 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 Koggala Airport (KCT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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