The flight distance from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China to Central Nebraska Regional Airport (GRI) in Grand Island, United States is 11,736 kilometers (7,293 miles / 6,337 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying north northeast at a heading of 17°.

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 United States. 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 07:15 in Chengdu, it's 17:15 in Grand Island. With a 14-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Grand Island (GRI) to Chengdu (CTU) follows a heading of 340° (north northwest). 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 Central Nebraska Regional Airport (GRI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.