The flight distance from Bradley International Airport (BDL) in Windsor Locks, United States to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China is 11,944 kilometers (7,422 miles / 6,449 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying north at a heading of 3°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 18:26 in Windsor Locks, it's 06:26 in Chengdu. With a 12-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 1,452 feet between the two airports. Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport sits higher than Bradley International Airport.

The return flight from Chengdu (CTU) to Windsor Locks (BDL) follows a heading of 357° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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