BIL
Billings
United States
10,911 km
6,780 miles
CTU
Chengdu
China
Distance
10,911 km
6,780 mi / 5,892 nm
Est. Flight Time
14h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+15h
America/Denver
Heading
332°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

BIL CTU
Airport Name Billings Logan International Airport Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport
IATA Code BIL CTU
ICAO Code KBIL ZUUU
City Billings Chengdu
Country United States China
Timezone America/Denver Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 3,662 ft 1,625 ft
Coordinates 45.810000, -108.540000 30.580000, 103.950000

Billings (BIL) to Chengdu (CTU) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Billings Logan International Airport (BIL) in Billings, United States to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China is 10,911 kilometers (6,780 miles / 5,892 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying north northwest at a heading of 332°.

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 13:27 in Billings, it's 04:27 in Chengdu. With a 15-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 2,037 feet between the two airports. Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport sits lower than Billings Logan International Airport.

The return flight from Chengdu (CTU) to Billings (BIL) follows a heading of 22° (north northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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