CTU
Chengdu
China
6,721 km
4,177 miles
MSW
Massawa
Eritrea
Distance
6,721 km
4,177 mi / 3,629 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-5h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
271°
west

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CTU MSW
Airport Name Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport Massawa International Airport
IATA Code CTU MSW
ICAO Code ZUUU HHMS
City Chengdu Massawa
Country China Eritrea
Timezone Asia/Shanghai Africa/Asmara
Elevation 1,625 ft 194 ft
Coordinates 30.580000, 103.950000 15.670000, 39.370000

Chengdu (CTU) to Massawa (MSW) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China to Massawa International Airport (MSW) in Massawa, Eritrea is 6,721 kilometers (4,177 miles / 3,629 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying west at a heading of 271°.

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 Eritrea. 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 06:07 in Chengdu, it's 01:07 in Massawa. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,431 feet between the two airports. Massawa International Airport sits lower than Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport.

The return flight from Massawa (MSW) to Chengdu (CTU) follows a heading of 63° (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 Massawa International Airport (MSW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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