The flight distance from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China to Cat Cay Airport (CXY) in Cat Cay, Bahamas is 13,759 kilometers (8,549 miles / 7,429 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying north at a heading of 3°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 14:58 in Chengdu, it's 01:58 in Cat Cay. With a 13-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 1,625 feet between the two airports. Cat Cay Airport sits lower than Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport.

The return flight from Cat Cay (CXY) to Chengdu (CTU) follows a heading of 357° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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