CTU
Chengdu
China
8,036 km
4,994 miles
MLA
Luqa
Malta
Distance
8,036 km
4,994 mi / 4,339 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-7h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
302°
west northwest

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CTU MLA
Airport Name Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport Luqa Airport
IATA Code CTU MLA
ICAO Code ZUUU LMML
City Chengdu Luqa
Country China Malta
Timezone Asia/Shanghai Europe/Malta
Elevation 1,625 ft 300 ft
Coordinates 30.580000, 103.950000 35.860000, 14.480000

Chengdu (CTU) to Luqa (MLA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China to Luqa Airport (MLA) in Luqa, Malta is 8,036 kilometers (4,994 miles / 4,339 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying west northwest at a heading of 302°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting China with Malta. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 15:59 in Chengdu, it's 08:59 in Luqa. With a 7-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 1,325 feet between the two airports. Luqa Airport sits lower than Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport.

The return flight from Luqa (MLA) to Chengdu (CTU) follows a heading of 65° (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 Luqa Airport (MLA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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