CTU
Chengdu
China
3,796 km
2,359 miles
EKS
Shakhtersk
Russia
Distance
3,796 km
2,359 mi / 2,050 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
46°
northeast

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CTU EKS
Airport Name Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport Shakhtyorsk Airport
IATA Code CTU EKS
ICAO Code ZUUU UHSK
City Chengdu Shakhtersk
Country China Russia
Timezone Asia/Shanghai Asia/Vladivostok
Elevation 1,625 ft 50 ft
Coordinates 30.580000, 103.950000 49.190000, 142.080000

Chengdu (CTU) to Shakhtersk (EKS) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China to Shakhtyorsk Airport (EKS) in Shakhtersk, Russia is 3,796 kilometers (2,359 miles / 2,050 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying northeast at a heading of 46°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

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

Time zone information: When it's 22:56 in Chengdu, it's 00:56 in Shakhtersk.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,575 feet between the two airports. Shakhtyorsk Airport sits lower than Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport.

The return flight from Shakhtersk (EKS) to Chengdu (CTU) follows a heading of 251° (west southwest). 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 Shakhtyorsk Airport (EKS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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