The flight distance from Malamala Airport (AAM) in Malamala, South Africa to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China is 9,864 kilometers (6,129 miles / 5,326 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying northeast at a heading of 55°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 19:35 in Malamala, it's 01:35 in Chengdu. 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.

The return flight from Chengdu (CTU) to Malamala (AAM) follows a heading of 240° (west southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Malamala Airport (AAM) and Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.