The flight distance from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China to Sao Lourenco Airport (SSO) in Sao Lourenco, Brazil is 16,796 kilometers (10,436 miles / 9,069 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying west at a heading of 280°.

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 11:33 in Chengdu, it's 00:33 in Sao Lourenco. 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 1,246 feet between the two airports. Sao Lourenco Airport sits higher than Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport.

The return flight from Sao Lourenco (SSO) to Chengdu (CTU) follows a heading of 66° (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 Sao Lourenco Airport (SSO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.