The flight distance from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China to Castro Airport (QAC) in Castro, Brazil is 17,374 kilometers (10,796 miles / 9,381 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying west at a heading of 278°.

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 Brazil. 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 09:04 in Chengdu, it's 22:04 in Castro. With a 11-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 1,689 feet between the two airports. Castro Airport sits higher than Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport.

The return flight from Castro (QAC) to Chengdu (CTU) follows a heading of 70° (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 Castro Airport (QAC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.