The flight distance from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China to Leite Lopes Airport (RAO) in Ribeirao Preto, Brazil is 17,008 kilometers (10,568 miles / 9,184 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying west northwest at a heading of 284°.

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 05:16 in Chengdu, it's 18:16 in Ribeirao Preto. 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.

The return flight from Ribeirao Preto (RAO) to Chengdu (CTU) follows a heading of 64° (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 Leite Lopes Airport (RAO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.