The flight distance from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China to Putumayo Airport (PYO) in Puerto Putumayo, Ecuador is 16,606 kilometers (10,318 miles / 8,966 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying north at a heading of 360°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 16:54 in Chengdu, it's 03:54 in Puerto Putumayo. With a 13-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Puerto Putumayo (PYO) to Chengdu (CTU) follows a heading of 0° (north). 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 Putumayo Airport (PYO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.