BKG
Branson
United States
12,342 km
7,669 miles
CTU
Chengdu
China
Distance
12,342 km
7,669 mi / 6,664 nm
Est. Flight Time
16h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+14h
America/Chicago
Heading
344°
north northwest

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BKG CTU
Airport Name Branson Airport Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport
IATA Code BKG CTU
ICAO Code KBBG ZUUU
City Branson Chengdu
Country United States China
Timezone America/Chicago Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 1,302 ft 1,625 ft
Coordinates 36.530000, -93.200000 30.580000, 103.950000

Branson (BKG) to Chengdu (CTU) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Branson Airport (BKG) in Branson, United States to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China is 12,342 kilometers (7,669 miles / 6,664 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying north northwest at a heading of 344°.

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 21:12 in Branson, it's 11:12 in Chengdu. With a 14-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 Branson (BKG) follows a heading of 15° (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 Branson Airport (BKG) and Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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