The flight distance from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China to Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM) in Saint Martin, SX is 14,434 kilometers (8,969 miles / 7,794 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying north northwest at a heading of 344°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 17:31 in Chengdu, it's 05:31 in Saint Martin. With a 12-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 1,612 feet between the two airports. Princess Juliana International Airport sits lower than Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport.

The return flight from Saint Martin (SXM) to Chengdu (CTU) follows a heading of 15° (north 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 Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.