The flight distance from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China to Katiu Airport (KXU) in Katiu, French Polynesia is 12,966 kilometers (8,057 miles / 7,001 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying east at a heading of 94°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 14:03 in Chengdu, it's 20:03 in Katiu. With a 18-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 1,618 feet between the two airports. Katiu Airport sits lower than Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport.

The return flight from Katiu (KXU) to Chengdu (CTU) follows a heading of 296° (west northwest). 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 Katiu Airport (KXU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.