The flight distance from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China to Lethem Airport (LTM) in Lethem, Guyana is 15,864 kilometers (9,857 miles / 8,566 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying north northwest at a heading of 333°.

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 Guyana. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 16:37 in Chengdu, it's 04:37 in Lethem. With a 12-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 1,274 feet between the two airports. Lethem Airport sits lower than Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport.

The return flight from Lethem (LTM) to Chengdu (CTU) follows a heading of 23° (north 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 Lethem Airport (LTM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.