CTU
Chengdu
China
4,120 km
2,560 miles
ZAH
Zahedan
Iran
Distance
4,120 km
2,560 mi / 2,224 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-4.5h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
280°
west

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CTU ZAH
Airport Name Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport Zahedan International Airport
IATA Code CTU ZAH
ICAO Code ZUUU OIZH
City Chengdu Zahedan
Country China Iran
Timezone Asia/Shanghai Asia/Tehran
Elevation 1,625 ft 4,564 ft
Coordinates 30.580000, 103.950000 29.480000, 60.910000

Chengdu (CTU) to Zahedan (ZAH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China to Zahedan International Airport (ZAH) in Zahedan, Iran is 4,120 kilometers (2,560 miles / 2,224 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying west at a heading of 280°.

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 Iran. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 04:49 in Chengdu, it's 00:19 in Zahedan. The 4.5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,939 feet between the two airports. Zahedan International Airport sits higher than Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport.

The return flight from Zahedan (ZAH) to Chengdu (CTU) follows a heading of 77° (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 Zahedan International Airport (ZAH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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