CTU
Chengdu
China
8,899 km
5,530 miles
MIM
Merimbula
Australia
Distance
8,899 km
5,530 mi / 4,805 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
144°
southeast

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CTU MIM
Airport Name Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport Merimbula Airport
IATA Code CTU MIM
ICAO Code ZUUU YMER
City Chengdu Merimbula
Country China Australia
Timezone Asia/Shanghai Australia/Sydney
Elevation 1,625 ft 7 ft
Coordinates 30.580000, 103.950000 -36.910000, 149.900000

Chengdu (CTU) to Merimbula (MIM) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China to Merimbula Airport (MIM) in Merimbula, Australia is 8,899 kilometers (5,530 miles / 4,805 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying southeast at a heading of 144°.

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 Australia. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 09:05 in Chengdu, it's 12:05 in Merimbula. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,618 feet between the two airports. Merimbula Airport sits lower than Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport.

The return flight from Merimbula (MIM) to Chengdu (CTU) follows a heading of 321° (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 Merimbula Airport (MIM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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