The flight distance from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China to Hay River / Merlyn Carter Airport (YHY) in Hay River, Canada is 9,231 kilometers (5,736 miles / 4,984 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying north northeast at a heading of 18°.

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 20:25 in Chengdu, it's 05:25 in Hay River. 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 1,084 feet between the two airports. Hay River / Merlyn Carter Airport sits lower than Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport.

The return flight from Hay River (YHY) to Chengdu (CTU) follows a heading of 326° (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 Hay River / Merlyn Carter Airport (YHY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.