Chengdu (Shuangliu) to Hong Kong
2h 06m The flight from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) to Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) covers 1,350 km (839 miles) and takes approximately 2h 06m gate to gate for a typical jet.
The route heads south-east on an initial great-circle bearing of 130°, passing near 26.5° N, 109.1° E at its midpoint.
The route
The great-circle path — the shortest line between the two airports across the curve of the earth. On a flat map it looks bent; on a globe it is straight.
Flight time at different cruise speeds
Aircraft type, winds and routing all move the real number. This is the same distance flown at different speeds, plus the 25-minute ground and climb allowance.
| Typical of | Cruise speed | Airborne | Gate to gate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop / regional | 550 km/h | 2h 27m | 2h 52m |
| Narrowbody jet (A320, 737) | 780 km/h | 1h 44m | 2h 09m |
| Widebody jet (777, 787, A350) | 900 km/h | 1h 30m | 1h 55m |
| Private jet (Gulfstream) | 850 km/h | 1h 35m | 2h 00m |
Headwinds on an eastbound long-haul routinely add 30–60 minutes; the same route westbound can be quicker. Airlines publish schedules with padding built in.
Both airports
| CTU | HKG | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport | Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport | Hong Kong International Airport |
| City | Chengdu (Shuangliu) | Hong Kong |
| Country | China | Hong Kong |
| ICAO | ZUUU | VHHH |
| Coordinates | 30.5583, 103.946 | 22.3118, 113.9149 |
| Elevation | 1,625 ft | 28 ft |
Questions
How long is the flight from Chengdu (Shuangliu) to Hong Kong?
A non-stop flight from Chengdu (Shuangliu) (CTU) to Hong Kong (HKG) takes about 2h 06m. The great-circle distance is 1,350 km (839 miles, 729 nautical miles), flying south-east on an initial bearing of 130°.
How far is Chengdu (Shuangliu) from Hong Kong?
1,350 kilometres in a straight line over the earth's surface — 839 miles or 729 nautical miles. Actual flown distance is usually 2–5% longer because aircraft follow airways, avoid weather and route around restricted airspace.
Is there a non-stop flight between CTU and HKG?
This page calculates the direct-line time and distance; it does not track airline schedules. At 1,350 km the route is comfortably within range of a non-stop service if an airline chooses to fly it. Check an airline or booking site for what is actually scheduled.
Other routes from Chengdu (Shuangliu)
Airport coordinates from OurAirports (public domain). Distance is a great-circle calculation; flight time uses the model described on the method page. Flight times are great-circle estimates for planning only — always check the airline's published schedule.