The flight distance from Congonhas Airport (CGH) in Sao Paulo, Brazil to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China is 17,015 kilometers (10,572 miles / 9,187 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying east northeast at a heading of 69°.

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 Brazil 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 07:00 in Sao Paulo, it's 18:00 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 1,006 feet between the two airports. Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport sits lower than Congonhas Airport.

The return flight from Chengdu (CTU) to Sao Paulo (CGH) follows a heading of 278° (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 Congonhas Airport (CGH) and Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.