The flight distance from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China to Alberto Lleras Camargo Airport (SOX) in Sogamoso, Colombia is 15,970 kilometers (9,923 miles / 8,623 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying north at a heading of 355°.

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 Colombia. 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 05:27 in Chengdu, it's 16:27 in Sogamoso. 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 6,530 feet between the two airports. Alberto Lleras Camargo Airport sits higher than Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Sogamoso (SOX) to Chengdu (CTU) follows a heading of 4° (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 Alberto Lleras Camargo Airport (SOX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.