Airport Comparison
| CTU | MDO | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport | Middleton Island Airport |
| IATA Code | CTU | MDO |
| ICAO Code | ZUUU | PAMD |
| City | Chengdu | Middleton Island |
| Country | China | United States |
| Timezone | Asia/Shanghai | America/Anchorage |
| Elevation | 1,625 ft | 100 ft |
| Coordinates | 30.580000, 103.950000 | 59.450000, -146.310000 |
Chengdu (CTU) to Middleton Island (MDO) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China to Middleton Island Airport (MDO) in Middleton Island, United States is 8,131 kilometers (5,052 miles / 4,390 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north northeast at a heading of 30°.
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 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 00:20 in Chengdu, it's 07:20 in Middleton Island. With a 17-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 1,525 feet between the two airports. Middleton Island Airport sits lower than Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport.
The return flight from Middleton Island (MDO) to Chengdu (CTU) follows a heading of 302° (west 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 Middleton Island Airport (MDO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.