Airport Comparison
Atiu Island (AIU) to Chengdu (CTU) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Enua Airport (AIU) in Atiu Island, CK to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China is 11,851 kilometers (7,364 miles / 6,399 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying west northwest at a heading of 297°.
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 CK with China. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 05:52 in Atiu Island, it's 23:52 in Chengdu. With a 18-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 1,589 feet between the two airports. Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport sits higher than Enua Airport.
The return flight from Chengdu (CTU) to Atiu Island (AIU) follows a heading of 104° (east southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Enua Airport (AIU) and Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.