Airport Comparison
| BHI | CTU | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Comandante Espora Airport | Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport |
| IATA Code | BHI | CTU |
| ICAO Code | SAZB | ZUUU |
| City | Bahia Blanca | Chengdu |
| Country | Argentina | China |
| Timezone | America/Argentina/Buenos_Aires | Asia/Shanghai |
| Elevation | 246 ft | 1,625 ft |
| Coordinates | -38.730000, -62.170000 | 30.580000, 103.950000 |
Bahia Blanca (BHI) to Chengdu (CTU) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Comandante Espora Airport (BHI) in Bahia Blanca, Argentina to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China is 18,458 kilometers (11,469 miles / 9,967 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 23h, flying east southeast at a heading of 121°.
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 Argentina with China. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 18:47 in Bahia Blanca, it's 05:47 in Chengdu. With a 11-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 1,379 feet between the two airports. Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport sits higher than Comandante Espora Airport.
The return flight from Chengdu (CTU) to Bahia Blanca (BHI) follows a heading of 231° (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 Comandante Espora Airport (BHI) and Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.