CTU
Chengdu
China
4,757 km
2,956 miles
SHJ
Sharjah
United Arab Emirates
Distance
4,757 km
2,956 mi / 2,568 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-4h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
275°
west

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CTU SHJ
Airport Name Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport Sharjah International Airport
IATA Code CTU SHJ
ICAO Code ZUUU OMSJ
City Chengdu Sharjah
Country China United Arab Emirates
Timezone Asia/Shanghai Asia/Dubai
Elevation 1,625 ft 111 ft
Coordinates 30.580000, 103.950000 25.330000, 55.520000

Chengdu (CTU) to Sharjah (SHJ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China to Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates is 4,757 kilometers (2,956 miles / 2,568 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying west at a heading of 275°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting China with United Arab Emirates. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 21:53 in Chengdu, it's 17:53 in Sharjah. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,514 feet between the two airports. Sharjah International Airport sits lower than Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport.

The return flight from Sharjah (SHJ) to Chengdu (CTU) follows a heading of 72° (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 Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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