Airport Comparison
| CTU | IDA | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport | Idaho Falls Regional Airport |
| IATA Code | CTU | IDA |
| ICAO Code | ZUUU | KIDA |
| City | Chengdu | Idaho Falls |
| Country | China | United States |
| Timezone | Asia/Shanghai | America/Boise |
| Elevation | 1,625 ft | 4,744 ft |
| Coordinates | 30.580000, 103.950000 | 43.510000, -112.070000 |
Chengdu (CTU) to Idaho Falls (IDA) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China to Idaho Falls Regional Airport (IDA) in Idaho Falls, United States is 10,997 kilometers (6,833 miles / 5,938 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying north northeast at a heading of 26°.
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 23:19 in Chengdu, it's 08:19 in Idaho Falls. With a 15-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 3,119 feet between the two airports. Idaho Falls Regional Airport sits higher than Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport.
The return flight from Idaho Falls (IDA) to Chengdu (CTU) follows a heading of 329° (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 Idaho Falls Regional Airport (IDA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.