CTU
Chengdu
China
8,387 km
5,211 miles
RHA
Reykholar
Iceland
Distance
8,387 km
5,211 mi / 4,528 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-8h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
340°
north northwest

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CTU RHA
Airport Name Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport Reykholar Airport
IATA Code CTU RHA
ICAO Code ZUUU BIRE
City Chengdu Reykholar
Country China Iceland
Timezone Asia/Shanghai Atlantic/Reykjavik
Elevation 1,625 ft 60 ft
Coordinates 30.580000, 103.950000 65.450000, -22.210000

Chengdu (CTU) to Reykholar (RHA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China to Reykholar Airport (RHA) in Reykholar, Iceland is 8,387 kilometers (5,211 miles / 4,528 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north northwest at a heading of 340°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 21:36 in Chengdu, it's 13:36 in Reykholar. With a 8-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 1,565 feet between the two airports. Reykholar Airport sits lower than Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport.

The return flight from Reykholar (RHA) to Chengdu (CTU) follows a heading of 46° (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 Reykholar Airport (RHA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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