The flight distance from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China to Melchor de Mencos Airport (MCR) in Melchor de Mencos, Guatemala is 14,534 kilometers (9,031 miles / 7,848 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying north northeast at a heading of 17°.

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 Guatemala. 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 10:21 in Chengdu, it's 20:21 in Melchor de Mencos. 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 3,045 feet between the two airports. Melchor de Mencos Airport sits higher than Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport.

The return flight from Melchor de Mencos (MCR) to Chengdu (CTU) follows a heading of 345° (north northwest). 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 Melchor de Mencos Airport (MCR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.