The flight distance from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China to Douala International Airport (DLA) in Douala, Cameroon is 10,184 kilometers (6,328 miles / 5,499 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying west at a heading of 276°.

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 Cameroon. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 06:38 in Chengdu, it's 23:38 in Douala. With a 7-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 1,592 feet between the two airports. Douala International Airport sits lower than Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport.

The return flight from Douala (DLA) to Chengdu (CTU) follows a heading of 59° (east northeast). 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 Douala International Airport (DLA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.