The flight distance from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China to Kenieba Airport (KNZ) in Kenieba, Mali is 11,581 kilometers (7,196 miles / 6,253 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying west northwest at a heading of 295°.

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 Mali. 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 04:12 in Chengdu, it's 20:12 in Kenieba. With a 8-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 1,176 feet between the two airports. Kenieba Airport sits lower than Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport.

The return flight from Kenieba (KNZ) to Chengdu (CTU) follows a heading of 53° (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 Kenieba Airport (KNZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.