Airport Comparison
Carriacou Island (CRU) to Chengdu (CTU) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Lauriston Airport (CRU) in Carriacou Island, Grenada to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China is 14,980 kilometers (9,308 miles / 8,088 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying north northeast at a heading of 18°.
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 Grenada 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 04:49 in Carriacou Island, it's 16:49 in Chengdu. With a 12-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 1,620 feet between the two airports. Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport sits higher than Lauriston Airport.
The return flight from Chengdu (CTU) to Carriacou Island (CRU) follows a heading of 340° (north 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 Lauriston Airport (CRU) and Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.