CTU
Chengdu
China
7,918 km
4,920 miles
MZK
Marakei
Kiribati
Distance
7,918 km
4,920 mi / 4,275 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+4h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
99°
east

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CTU MZK
Airport Name Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport Marakei Airport
IATA Code CTU MZK
ICAO Code ZUUU NGMK
City Chengdu Marakei
Country China Kiribati
Timezone Asia/Shanghai Pacific/Tarawa
Elevation 1,625 ft 10 ft
Coordinates 30.580000, 103.950000 2.060000, 173.270000

Chengdu (CTU) to Marakei (MZK) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China to Marakei Airport (MZK) in Marakei, Kiribati is 7,918 kilometers (4,920 miles / 4,275 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying east at a heading of 99°.

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 Kiribati. 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 05:38 in Chengdu, it's 09:38 in Marakei. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,615 feet between the two airports. Marakei Airport sits lower than Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport.

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

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