Airport Comparison
| CTU | PBL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport | General Bartolome Salom International Airport |
| IATA Code | CTU | PBL |
| ICAO Code | ZUUU | SVPC |
| City | Chengdu | N/A |
| Country | China | Venezuela |
| Timezone | Asia/Shanghai | America/Caracas |
| Elevation | 1,625 ft | 32 ft |
| Coordinates | 30.580000, 103.950000 | 10.480000, -68.070000 |
Chengdu (CTU) to General Bartolome Salom International Airport (PBL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China to General Bartolome Salom International Airport (PBL) in General Bartolome Salom International Airport, Venezuela is 15,370 kilometers (9,551 miles / 8,299 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying north northwest at a heading of 348°.
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 Venezuela. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 16:39 in Chengdu, it's 04:39 in General Bartolome Salom International Airport. With a 12-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 1,593 feet between the two airports. General Bartolome Salom International Airport sits lower than Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport.
The return flight from General Bartolome Salom International Airport (PBL) to Chengdu (CTU) follows a heading of 10° (north). 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 General Bartolome Salom International Airport (PBL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.