CTU
Chengdu
China
5,800 km
3,604 miles
SVO
Moscow
Russia
Distance
5,800 km
3,604 mi / 3,132 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-5h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
319°
northwest

Airport Comparison

CTU SVO
Airport Name Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport Sheremetyevo International Airport
IATA Code CTU SVO
ICAO Code ZUUU UUEE
City Chengdu Moscow
Country China Russia
Timezone Asia/Shanghai Europe/Moscow
Elevation 1,625 ft 622 ft
Coordinates 30.580000, 103.950000 55.970000, 37.410000

Chengdu (CTU) to Moscow (SVO) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China to Sheremetyevo International Airport (SVO) in Moscow, Russia is 5,800 kilometers (3,604 miles / 3,132 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying northwest at a heading of 319°.

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 Russia. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 11:16 in Chengdu, it's 06:16 in Moscow. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,003 feet between the two airports. Sheremetyevo International Airport sits lower than Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport.

The return flight from Moscow (SVO) to Chengdu (CTU) follows a heading of 90° (east). 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 Sheremetyevo International Airport (SVO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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