Anchorage to Chengdu (Shuangliu) (ANC–CTU) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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5:40 AM
CST
10:20 PM
AKDT
8h 40m
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CA Air China
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.

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Anchorage to Chengdu (Shuangliu)
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 4,885 mi 9h 30m nonstop +16h ahead 13 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between ANC and CTU, connecting options are available through 13 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for ANC to CTU.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
13
Hubs
~11h
Fastest
~34h
Longest
NKG ~11h 55m HFE ~13h 20m NGB ~13h 40m HGH ~13h 54m PEK ~14h 26m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
530
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
ANC → CTU
80%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
80%
Return
CTU → ANC
82%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
82%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. ANC delays →
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+16h
Chengdu (Shuangliu) is 16 hours ahead of Anchorage.
ANC: AKDT · CTU: CST

When it's 6:00 PM in Anchorage, it's 10:00 AM (next day) in Chengdu (Shuangliu).
Distance & Flight Time
4,885 mi / 7,861 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 9h 30m.
Visa & Entry

US passport holders can enter China visa-free for stays up to 30 days under a temporary policy running through December 31, 2026. This covers tourism, business visits, and transit. No advance application is needed. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry.

For stays beyond 30 days, a standard visa from a Chinese embassy or consulate is required before departure. Separate 144-hour and 72-hour visa-free transit programs exist at select airports for travelers continuing to a third country.

Verify entry requirements with official sources before travel.
Facts

ANC–CTU Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Anchorage to Chengdu (Shuangliu) route.
Route details
Distance4,885 mi / 7,861 km
Flight time9h 30m
Time difference+16 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out / 4 return
1-stop connections13 hubs
Origin: ANC
Full nameTed Stevens Anchorage International Airport
IATA / ICAOANC / PANC
TimezoneAmerica/Anchorage
Passengers/yr5.5M
Elevation152 ft / 46 m
Destination: CTU
Full nameChengdu Shuangliu International Airport
IATA / ICAOCTU / ZUUU
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Passengers/yr20.0M
Elevation1,625 ft / 495 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about ANC to CTU flights.
Nonstop flights from Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport take approximately 9h 30m. The route covers 4,885 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from ANC to CTU. The return direction has about 4 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through NKG, HFE, NGB, HGH, PEK, SZX, XMN, SHA, AMS, PVG, FRA, CGO and WUX. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Chengdu (Shuangliu) is 16 hours ahead of Anchorage.
Yes, return flights from CTU to ANC are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from ANC to CTU

Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC) and Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

ANC to CTU Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from ANC to CTU ranges from 9 hours 30 minutes. The route covers a distance of 4,885 miles (7,861 km). There are approximately 1 weekly flights outbound and 4 return, totaling 5 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

13 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 11 hours via NKG. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.