CTU
Chengdu
China
8,674 km
5,390 miles
GWY
Galway
Ireland
Distance
8,674 km
5,390 mi / 4,684 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-8h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
326°
northwest

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CTU GWY
Airport Name Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport Galway Airport
IATA Code CTU GWY
ICAO Code ZUUU EICM
City Chengdu Galway
Country China Ireland
Timezone Asia/Shanghai Europe/Dublin
Elevation 1,625 ft 81 ft
Coordinates 30.580000, 103.950000 53.300000, -8.940000

Chengdu (CTU) to Galway (GWY) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China to Galway Airport (GWY) in Galway, Ireland is 8,674 kilometers (5,390 miles / 4,684 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northwest at a heading of 326°.

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 Ireland. 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 17:54 in Chengdu, it's 09:54 in Galway. With a 8-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 1,544 feet between the two airports. Galway Airport sits lower than Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport.

The return flight from Galway (GWY) to Chengdu (CTU) follows a heading of 54° (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 Galway Airport (GWY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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