CKL
Moscow
Russia
5,760 km
3,579 miles
CTU
Chengdu
China
Distance
5,760 km
3,579 mi / 3,110 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
Europe/Moscow
Heading
90°
east

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CKL CTU
Airport Name Chkalovskiy Airport Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport
IATA Code CKL CTU
ICAO Code UUMU ZUUU
City Moscow Chengdu
Country Russia China
Timezone Europe/Moscow Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 499 ft 1,625 ft
Coordinates 55.880000, 38.060000 30.580000, 103.950000

Moscow (CKL) to Chengdu (CTU) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Chkalovskiy Airport (CKL) in Moscow, Russia to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China is 5,760 kilometers (3,579 miles / 3,110 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying east at a heading of 90°.

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 Russia with China. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 19:50 in Moscow, it's 00:50 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 1,126 feet between the two airports. Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport sits higher than Chkalovskiy Airport.

The return flight from Chengdu (CTU) to Moscow (CKL) follows a heading of 319° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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