CTU
Chengdu
China
8,020 km
4,983 miles
JRO
Arusha
Tanzania
Distance
8,020 km
4,983 mi / 4,330 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-5h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
255°
west southwest

Airport Comparison

CTU JRO
Airport Name Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport Kilimanjaro International Airport
IATA Code CTU JRO
ICAO Code ZUUU HTKJ
City Chengdu Arusha
Country China Tanzania
Timezone Asia/Shanghai Africa/Dar_es_Salaam
Elevation 1,625 ft 2,932 ft
Coordinates 30.580000, 103.950000 -3.430000, 37.070000

Chengdu (CTU) to Arusha (JRO) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) in Arusha, Tanzania is 8,020 kilometers (4,983 miles / 4,330 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying west southwest at a heading of 255°.

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 Tanzania. 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 02:43 in Chengdu, it's 21:43 in Arusha. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,307 feet between the two airports. Kilimanjaro International Airport sits higher than Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport.

The return flight from Arusha (JRO) to Chengdu (CTU) follows a heading of 56° (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 Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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