Airport Comparison
Chengdu (CTU) to Pointe Noire (PNR) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China to Pointe Noire Airport (PNR) in Pointe Noire, Congo is 10,477 kilometers (6,510 miles / 5,657 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying west at a heading of 267°.
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 Congo. 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 23:26 in Chengdu, it's 16:26 in Pointe Noire. 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 1,570 feet between the two airports. Pointe Noire Airport sits lower than Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport.
The return flight from Pointe Noire (PNR) to Chengdu (CTU) follows a heading of 60° (east 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 Pointe Noire Airport (PNR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.