CTU
Chengdu
China
5,341 km
3,319 miles
ESL
Elista
Russia
Distance
5,341 km
3,319 mi / 2,884 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-5h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
307°
northwest

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CTU ESL
Airport Name Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport Elista Airport
IATA Code CTU ESL
ICAO Code ZUUU URWI
City Chengdu Elista
Country China Russia
Timezone Asia/Shanghai Europe/Moscow
Elevation 1,625 ft 501 ft
Coordinates 30.580000, 103.950000 46.370000, 44.330000

Chengdu (CTU) to Elista (ESL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China to Elista Airport (ESL) in Elista, Russia is 5,341 kilometers (3,319 miles / 2,884 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying northwest at a heading of 307°.

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 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 12:03 in Chengdu, it's 07:03 in Elista. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,124 feet between the two airports. Elista Airport sits lower than Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport.

The return flight from Elista (ESL) to Chengdu (CTU) follows a heading of 87° (east). 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 Elista Airport (ESL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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