The flight distance from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China to Horta Airport (HOR) in Horta, Portugal is 10,900 kilometers (6,773 miles / 5,886 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying northwest at a heading of 324°.

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 Portugal. 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 01:28 in Chengdu, it's 16:28 in Horta. With a 9-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 1,507 feet between the two airports. Horta Airport sits lower than Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport.

The return flight from Horta (HOR) to Chengdu (CTU) follows a heading of 40° (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 Horta Airport (HOR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.