Airport Comparison
| CTU | LBF | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport | North Platte Regional/Lee Bird Field |
| IATA Code | CTU | LBF |
| ICAO Code | ZUUU | KLBF |
| City | Chengdu | North Platte |
| Country | China | United States |
| Timezone | Asia/Shanghai | America/Chicago |
| Elevation | 1,625 ft | 2,777 ft |
| Coordinates | 30.580000, 103.950000 | 41.130000, -100.680000 |
Chengdu (CTU) to North Platte (LBF) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China to North Platte Regional/Lee Bird Field (LBF) in North Platte, United States is 11,649 kilometers (7,238 miles / 6,290 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying north northeast at a heading of 19°.
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 United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 09:54 in Chengdu, it's 19:54 in North Platte. With a 14-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 1,152 feet between the two airports. North Platte Regional/Lee Bird Field sits higher than Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport.
The return flight from North Platte (LBF) to Chengdu (CTU) follows a heading of 338° (north 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 North Platte Regional/Lee Bird Field (LBF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.