CTU
Chengdu
China
4,862 km
3,021 miles
KIH
Kish Island
Iran
Distance
4,862 km
3,021 mi / 2,625 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-4.5h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
278°
west

Airport Comparison

CTU KIH
Airport Name Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport Kish International Airport
IATA Code CTU KIH
ICAO Code ZUUU OIBK
City Chengdu Kish Island
Country China Iran
Timezone Asia/Shanghai Asia/Tehran
Elevation 1,625 ft 101 ft
Coordinates 30.580000, 103.950000 26.530000, 53.980000

Chengdu (CTU) to Kish Island (KIH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China to Kish International Airport (KIH) in Kish Island, Iran is 4,862 kilometers (3,021 miles / 2,625 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying west at a heading of 278°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting China with Iran. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 15:13 in Chengdu, it's 10:43 in Kish Island. The 4.5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,524 feet between the two airports. Kish International Airport sits lower than Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport.

The return flight from Kish Island (KIH) to Chengdu (CTU) follows a heading of 73° (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 Kish International Airport (KIH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

Calculate Flight Time Between Airports

Use our flight time calculator to find distances and estimated flight travel times between cities. Calculate flight duration for any airport pair worldwide.