CTU
Chengdu
China
8,269 km
5,138 miles
LCY
London
United Kingdom
Distance
8,269 km
5,138 mi / 4,465 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-8h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
321°
northwest

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CTU LCY
Airport Name Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport London City Airport
IATA Code CTU LCY
ICAO Code ZUUU EGLC
City Chengdu London
Country China United Kingdom
Timezone Asia/Shanghai Europe/London
Elevation 1,625 ft 19 ft
Coordinates 30.580000, 103.950000 51.510000, 0.060000

Chengdu (CTU) to London (LCY) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China to London City Airport (LCY) in London, United Kingdom is 8,269 kilometers (5,138 miles / 4,465 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northwest at a heading of 321°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 17:35 in Chengdu, it's 09:35 in London. 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 1,606 feet between the two airports. London City Airport sits lower than Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport.

The return flight from London (LCY) to Chengdu (CTU) follows a heading of 60° (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 London City Airport (LCY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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