The flight distance from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China to Waterkloof Air Force Base (WKF) in Pretoria, South Africa is 10,203 kilometers (6,340 miles / 5,509 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying west southwest at a heading of 241°.

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 South Africa. 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 21:08 in Chengdu, it's 15:08 in Pretoria. With a 6-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 3,315 feet between the two airports. Waterkloof Air Force Base sits higher than Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport.

The return flight from Pretoria (WKF) 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 Waterkloof Air Force Base (WKF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.