The flight distance from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China to Southdowns Airport (KIW) in Kitwe, Zambia is 9,419 kilometers (5,853 miles / 5,086 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying west southwest at a heading of 252°.

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 Zambia. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 17:15 in Chengdu, it's 11:15 in Kitwe. With a 6-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 2,520 feet between the two airports. Southdowns Airport sits higher than Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport.

The return flight from Kitwe (KIW) to Chengdu (CTU) follows a heading of 57° (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 Southdowns Airport (KIW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.