The flight distance from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China to Tucumcari Municipal Airport (TCC) in Tucumcari, United States is 12,155 kilometers (7,553 miles / 6,563 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying north northeast at a heading of 24°.

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 22:28 in Chengdu, it's 07:28 in Tucumcari. With a 15-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 2,440 feet between the two airports. Tucumcari Municipal Airport sits higher than Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport.

The return flight from Tucumcari (TCC) to Chengdu (CTU) follows a heading of 335° (north 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 Tucumcari Municipal Airport (TCC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.