The flight distance from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China to Newport News/Williamsburg International Airport (PHF) in Newport News, United States is 12,486 kilometers (7,758 miles / 6,742 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying north at a heading of 0°.

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 United States. 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 01:49 in Chengdu, it's 12:49 in Newport News. With a 13-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 1,583 feet between the two airports. Newport News/Williamsburg International Airport sits lower than Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport.

The return flight from Newport News (PHF) to Chengdu (CTU) follows a heading of 360° (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 Newport News/Williamsburg International Airport (PHF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.