BUO
Burao
Somalia
6,455 km
4,011 miles
CTU
Chengdu
China
Distance
6,455 km
4,011 mi / 3,486 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
Africa/Mogadishu
Heading
60°
east northeast

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BUO CTU
Airport Name Burao Airport Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport
IATA Code BUO CTU
ICAO Code HCMV ZUUU
City Burao Chengdu
Country Somalia China
Timezone Africa/Mogadishu Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 3,400 ft 1,625 ft
Coordinates 9.530000, 45.550000 30.580000, 103.950000

Burao (BUO) to Chengdu (CTU) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Burao Airport (BUO) in Burao, Somalia to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China is 6,455 kilometers (4,011 miles / 3,486 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying east northeast at a heading of 60°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Somalia with China. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 14:59 in Burao, it's 19:59 in Chengdu. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,775 feet between the two airports. Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport sits lower than Burao Airport.

The return flight from Chengdu (CTU) to Burao (BUO) follows a heading of 262° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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