The flight distance from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China to Tabuaeran Island Airport (TNV) in Tabuaeran Island, Kiribati is 10,422 kilometers (6,476 miles / 5,627 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying east at a heading of 83°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 17:25 in Chengdu, it's 23:25 in Tabuaeran Island. With a 6-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 1,625 feet between the two airports. Tabuaeran Island Airport sits lower than Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport.

The return flight from Tabuaeran Island (TNV) to Chengdu (CTU) follows a heading of 301° (west northwest). 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 Tabuaeran Island Airport (TNV) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.