The flight distance from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China to Banff Airport (YBA) in Banff, Canada is 10,133 kilometers (6,296 miles / 5,471 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying north northeast at a heading of 23°.

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 Canada. 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 10:10 in Chengdu, it's 19:10 in Banff. 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 2,958 feet between the two airports. Banff Airport sits higher than Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport.

The return flight from Banff (YBA) to Chengdu (CTU) follows a heading of 327° (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 Banff Airport (YBA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.