The flight distance from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China to Saint Louis Airport (XLS) in Saint Louis, Senegal is 11,803 kilometers (7,334 miles / 6,373 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying west northwest at a heading of 300°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 08:35 in Chengdu, it's 00:35 in Saint Louis. With a 8-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 1,616 feet between the two airports. Saint Louis Airport sits lower than Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport.

The return flight from Saint Louis (XLS) to Chengdu (CTU) follows a heading of 51° (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 Saint Louis Airport (XLS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.