CTU
Chengdu
China
8,380 km
5,207 miles
WAQ
Antsalova
Madagascar
Distance
8,380 km
5,207 mi / 4,525 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-5h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
237°
west southwest

Airport Comparison

CTU WAQ
Airport Name Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport Antsalova Airport
IATA Code CTU WAQ
ICAO Code ZUUU FMMG
City Chengdu Antsalova
Country China Madagascar
Timezone Asia/Shanghai Indian/Antananarivo
Elevation 1,625 ft 551 ft
Coordinates 30.580000, 103.950000 -18.700000, 44.610000

Chengdu (CTU) to Antsalova (WAQ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China to Antsalova Airport (WAQ) in Antsalova, Madagascar is 8,380 kilometers (5,207 miles / 4,525 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying west southwest at a heading of 237°.

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 Madagascar. 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 20:35 in Chengdu, it's 15:35 in Antsalova. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,074 feet between the two airports. Antsalova Airport sits lower than Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport.

The return flight from Antsalova (WAQ) to Chengdu (CTU) follows a heading of 50° (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 Antsalova Airport (WAQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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