CNS
Cairns
Australia
6,917 km
4,298 miles
CTU
Chengdu
China
Distance
6,917 km
4,298 mi / 3,735 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Australia/Brisbane
Heading
320°
northwest

Airport Comparison

CNS CTU
Airport Name Cairns International Airport Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport
IATA Code CNS CTU
ICAO Code YBCS ZUUU
City Cairns Chengdu
Country Australia China
Timezone Australia/Brisbane Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 10 ft 1,625 ft
Coordinates -16.890000, 145.750000 30.580000, 103.950000

Cairns (CNS) to Chengdu (CTU) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cairns International Airport (CNS) in Cairns, Australia to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China is 6,917 kilometers (4,298 miles / 3,735 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying northwest at a heading of 320°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 07:22 in Cairns, it's 05:22 in Chengdu.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,615 feet between the two airports. Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport sits higher than Cairns International Airport.

The return flight from Chengdu (CTU) to Cairns (CNS) follows a heading of 134° (southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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