The flight distance from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China to Luderitz Airport (LUD) in Luderitz, Namibia is 11,363 kilometers (7,061 miles / 6,136 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying west southwest at a heading of 246°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 06:29 in Chengdu, it's 00:29 in Luderitz. With a 6-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 1,168 feet between the two airports. Luderitz Airport sits lower than Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport.

The return flight from Luderitz (LUD) to Chengdu (CTU) follows a heading of 62° (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 Luderitz Airport (LUD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.