CTU
Chengdu
China
4,782 km
2,971 miles
NHD
Dubai
United Arab Emirates
Distance
4,782 km
2,971 mi / 2,582 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-4h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
275°
west

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CTU NHD
Airport Name Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport Al Minhad Air Base
IATA Code CTU NHD
ICAO Code ZUUU OMDM
City Chengdu Dubai
Country China United Arab Emirates
Timezone Asia/Shanghai Asia/Dubai
Elevation 1,625 ft 165 ft
Coordinates 30.580000, 103.950000 25.030000, 55.370000

Chengdu (CTU) to Dubai (NHD) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China to Al Minhad Air Base (NHD) in Dubai, United Arab Emirates is 4,782 kilometers (2,971 miles / 2,582 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying west at a heading of 275°.

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 United Arab Emirates. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 05:14 in Chengdu, it's 01:14 in Dubai. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,460 feet between the two airports. Al Minhad Air Base sits lower than Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport.

The return flight from Dubai (NHD) to Chengdu (CTU) follows a heading of 71° (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 Al Minhad Air Base (NHD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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