Airport Comparison
| CTU | RDS | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport | Rincon De Los Sauces Airport |
| IATA Code | CTU | RDS |
| ICAO Code | ZUUU | SAHS |
| City | Chengdu | Rincon de los Sauces |
| Country | China | Argentina |
| Timezone | Asia/Shanghai | America/Argentina/Salta |
| Elevation | 1,625 ft | 1,968 ft |
| Coordinates | 30.580000, 103.950000 | -37.390000, -68.900000 |
Chengdu (CTU) to Rincon de los Sauces (RDS) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China to Rincon De Los Sauces Airport (RDS) in Rincon de los Sauces, Argentina is 19,012 kilometers (11,813 miles / 10,266 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 23h, flying southwest at a heading of 219°.
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 Argentina. 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 22:28 in Chengdu, it's 11:28 in Rincon de los Sauces. 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 Rincon de los Sauces (RDS) to Chengdu (CTU) follows a heading of 137° (southeast). 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 Rincon De Los Sauces Airport (RDS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.