CTU
Chengdu
China
5,119 km
3,181 miles
JWN
Zanjan Airport
Iran
Distance
5,119 km
3,181 mi / 2,764 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-4.5h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
293°
west northwest

Airport Comparison

CTU JWN
Airport Name Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport Zanjan Airport
IATA Code CTU JWN
ICAO Code ZUUU OITZ
City Chengdu N/A
Country China Iran
Timezone Asia/Shanghai Asia/Tehran
Elevation 1,625 ft 5,382 ft
Coordinates 30.580000, 103.950000 36.770000, 48.360000

Chengdu (CTU) to Zanjan Airport (JWN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China to Zanjan Airport (JWN) in Zanjan Airport, Iran is 5,119 kilometers (3,181 miles / 2,764 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying west northwest at a heading of 293°.

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 Iran. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 22:53 in Chengdu, it's 18:23 in Zanjan Airport. The 4.5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,757 feet between the two airports. Zanjan Airport sits higher than Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Zanjan Airport (JWN) to Chengdu (CTU) follows a heading of 81° (east). 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 Zanjan Airport (JWN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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