The flight distance from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China to Limon International Airport (LIO) in Puerto Limon, Costa Rica is 15,446 kilometers (9,598 miles / 8,340 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying north at a heading of 10°.

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 Costa Rica. 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 02:34 in Chengdu, it's 12:34 in Puerto Limon. 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 1,618 feet between the two airports. Limon International Airport sits lower than Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport.

The return flight from Puerto Limon (LIO) to Chengdu (CTU) follows a heading of 351° (north). 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 Limon International Airport (LIO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.