The flight distance from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China to Tours-Val-de-Loire Airport (TUF) in Tours/Val de Loire (Loire Valley), France is 8,454 kilometers (5,253 miles / 4,565 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northwest at a heading of 317°.

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 France. 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 00:41 in Chengdu, it's 18:41 in Tours/Val de Loire (Loire Valley). 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 1,268 feet between the two airports. Tours-Val-de-Loire Airport sits lower than Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport.

The return flight from Tours/Val de Loire (Loire Valley) (TUF) to Chengdu (CTU) follows a heading of 60° (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 Tours-Val-de-Loire Airport (TUF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.