The flight distance from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China to Tafaraoui Airport (TAF) in Tafaraoui Airport, Algeria is 9,238 kilometers (5,740 miles / 4,988 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northwest at a heading of 307°.

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 Algeria. 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 09:47 in Chengdu, it's 02:47 in Tafaraoui Airport. 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 1,258 feet between the two airports. Tafaraoui Airport sits lower than Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport.

The return flight from Tafaraoui Airport (TAF) to Chengdu (CTU) follows a heading of 57° (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 Tafaraoui Airport (TAF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.