Airport Comparison
| CTU | LGD | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport | La Grande/Union County Airport |
| IATA Code | CTU | LGD |
| ICAO Code | ZUUU | KLGD |
| City | Chengdu | La Grande |
| Country | China | United States |
| Timezone | Asia/Shanghai | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 1,625 ft | 2,718 ft |
| Coordinates | 30.580000, 103.950000 | 45.290000, -118.010000 |
Chengdu (CTU) to La Grande (LGD) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China to La Grande/Union County Airport (LGD) in La Grande, United States is 10,574 kilometers (6,571 miles / 5,710 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying north northeast at a heading of 28°.
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 11:45 in Chengdu, it's 19:45 in La Grande. With a 16-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 1,093 feet between the two airports. La Grande/Union County Airport sits higher than Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport.
The return flight from La Grande (LGD) to Chengdu (CTU) follows a heading of 325° (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 La Grande/Union County Airport (LGD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.