Airport Comparison
| CTU | LPQ | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport | Luang Phabang International Airport |
| IATA Code | CTU | LPQ |
| ICAO Code | ZUUU | VLLB |
| City | Chengdu | Luang Phabang |
| Country | China | Laos |
| Timezone | Asia/Shanghai | Asia/Vientiane |
| Elevation | 1,625 ft | 955 ft |
| Coordinates | 30.580000, 103.950000 | 19.900000, 102.160000 |
Chengdu (CTU) to Luang Phabang (LPQ) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China to Luang Phabang International Airport (LPQ) in Luang Phabang, Laos is 1,201 kilometers (746 miles / 649 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying south at a heading of 189°.
This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.
This is an international route connecting China with Laos. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 13:23 in Chengdu, it's 12:23 in Luang Phabang.
The return flight from Luang Phabang (LPQ) to Chengdu (CTU) follows a heading of 8° (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 Luang Phabang International Airport (LPQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.