CTU
Chengdu
China
6,434 km
3,998 miles
GLK
Galcaio
Somalia
Distance
6,434 km
3,998 mi / 3,474 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-5h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
258°
west southwest

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CTU GLK
Airport Name Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport Galcaio Airport
IATA Code CTU GLK
ICAO Code ZUUU HCMR
City Chengdu Galcaio
Country China Somalia
Timezone Asia/Shanghai Africa/Mogadishu
Elevation 1,625 ft 975 ft
Coordinates 30.580000, 103.950000 6.780000, 47.450000

Chengdu (CTU) to Galcaio (GLK) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China to Galcaio Airport (GLK) in Galcaio, Somalia is 6,434 kilometers (3,998 miles / 3,474 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying west southwest at a heading of 258°.

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 Somalia. 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 21:58 in Chengdu, it's 16:58 in Galcaio. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Galcaio (GLK) to Chengdu (CTU) follows a heading of 58° (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 Galcaio Airport (GLK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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