The flight distance from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China to Richards Bay Airport (RCB) in Richards Bay, South Africa is 10,069 kilometers (6,256 miles / 5,437 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying west southwest at a heading of 236°.

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 South Africa. 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 23:49 in Chengdu, it's 17:49 in Richards Bay. With a 6-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 1,516 feet between the two airports. Richards Bay Airport sits lower than Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport.

The return flight from Richards Bay (RCB) to Chengdu (CTU) follows a heading of 55° (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 Richards Bay Airport (RCB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.