The flight distance from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China to Queenstown Airport (UEE) in Queenstown Airport, Australia is 9,132 kilometers (5,674 miles / 4,931 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying south southeast at a heading of 150°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 23:50 in Chengdu, it's 02:50 in Queenstown Airport. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,361 feet between the two airports. Queenstown Airport sits lower than Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport.

The return flight from Queenstown Airport (UEE) to Chengdu (CTU) follows a heading of 325° (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 Queenstown Airport (UEE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.