CTU
Chengdu
China
3,055 km
1,898 miles
MES
Medan
Indonesia
Distance
3,055 km
1,898 mi / 1,650 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
191°
south southwest

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CTU MES
Airport Name Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport Soewondo Air Force Base
IATA Code CTU MES
ICAO Code ZUUU WIMK
City Chengdu Medan
Country China Indonesia
Timezone Asia/Shanghai Asia/Jakarta
Elevation 1,625 ft 114 ft
Coordinates 30.580000, 103.950000 3.560000, 98.670000

Chengdu (CTU) to Medan (MES) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China to Soewondo Air Force Base (MES) in Medan, Indonesia is 3,055 kilometers (1,898 miles / 1,650 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying south southwest at a heading of 191°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting China with Indonesia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 21:36 in Chengdu, it's 20:36 in Medan.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,511 feet between the two airports. Soewondo Air Force Base sits lower than Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport.

The return flight from Medan (MES) to Chengdu (CTU) follows a heading of 10° (north). 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 Soewondo Air Force Base (MES) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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