Airport Comparison
| CTU | SBD | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport | San Bernardino International Airport |
| IATA Code | CTU | SBD |
| ICAO Code | ZUUU | KSBD |
| City | Chengdu | San Bernardino |
| Country | China | United States |
| Timezone | Asia/Shanghai | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 1,625 ft | 1,159 ft |
| Coordinates | 30.580000, 103.950000 | 34.100000, -117.230000 |
Chengdu (CTU) to San Bernardino (SBD) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China to San Bernardino International Airport (SBD) in San Bernardino, United States is 11,626 kilometers (7,224 miles / 6,278 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying northeast at a heading of 34°.
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 United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 02:21 in Chengdu, it's 10:21 in San Bernardino. With a 16-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 San Bernardino (SBD) to Chengdu (CTU) follows a heading of 324° (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 San Bernardino International Airport (SBD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.