The flight distance from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China to Melilla Airport (MLN) in Melilla Island, Spain is 9,437 kilometers (5,864 miles / 5,096 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northwest at a heading of 308°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 23:37 in Chengdu, it's 16:37 in Melilla Island. With a 7-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 1,469 feet between the two airports. Melilla Airport sits lower than Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport.

The return flight from Melilla Island (MLN) to Chengdu (CTU) follows a heading of 56° (northeast). 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 Melilla Airport (MLN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.