The flight distance from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China to El Tajin National Airport (PAZ) in Poza Rica, Mexico is 13,881 kilometers (8,625 miles / 7,495 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying north northeast at a heading of 25°.

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 Mexico. 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 07:23 in Chengdu, it's 17:23 in Poza Rica. 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 1,128 feet between the two airports. El Tajin National Airport sits lower than Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport.

The return flight from Poza Rica (PAZ) to Chengdu (CTU) follows a heading of 337° (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 El Tajin National Airport (PAZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.