CTU
Chengdu
China
8,666 km
5,385 miles
XRH
Richmond
Australia
Distance
8,666 km
5,385 mi / 4,679 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
142°
southeast

Airport Comparison

CTU XRH
Airport Name Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport RAAF Base Richmond
IATA Code CTU XRH
ICAO Code ZUUU YSRI
City Chengdu Richmond
Country China Australia
Timezone Asia/Shanghai Australia/Sydney
Elevation 1,625 ft 67 ft
Coordinates 30.580000, 103.950000 -33.600000, 150.780000

Chengdu (CTU) to Richmond (XRH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China to RAAF Base Richmond (XRH) in Richmond, Australia is 8,666 kilometers (5,385 miles / 4,679 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying southeast at a heading of 142°.

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 Australia. 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 07:12 in Chengdu, it's 10:12 in Richmond. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,558 feet between the two airports. RAAF Base Richmond sits lower than Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport.

The return flight from Richmond (XRH) to Chengdu (CTU) follows a heading of 320° (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 RAAF Base Richmond (XRH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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