The flight distance from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China to Midland Airpark (MDD) in Midland, United States is 12,531 kilometers (7,786 miles / 6,766 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying north northeast at a heading of 24°.

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 United States. 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 04:13 in Chengdu, it's 14:13 in Midland. 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 1,180 feet between the two airports. Midland Airpark sits higher than Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport.

The return flight from Midland (MDD) to Chengdu (CTU) follows a heading of 336° (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 Midland Airpark (MDD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.