CTU
Chengdu
China
7,728 km
4,802 miles
MYD
Malindi
Kenya
Distance
7,728 km
4,802 mi / 4,173 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-5h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
253°
west southwest

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CTU MYD
Airport Name Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport Malindi Airport
IATA Code CTU MYD
ICAO Code ZUUU HKML
City Chengdu Malindi
Country China Kenya
Timezone Asia/Shanghai Africa/Nairobi
Elevation 1,625 ft 80 ft
Coordinates 30.580000, 103.950000 -3.230000, 40.100000

Chengdu (CTU) to Malindi (MYD) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China to Malindi Airport (MYD) in Malindi, Kenya is 7,728 kilometers (4,802 miles / 4,173 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying west southwest at a heading of 253°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 19:17 in Chengdu, it's 14:17 in Malindi. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,545 feet between the two airports. Malindi Airport sits lower than Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport.

The return flight from Malindi (MYD) 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 Malindi Airport (MYD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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