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

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CA1045
CA Air China
77F
5:40 AM
CST
11:15 PM
AKDT
9h 35m
79%
M T W T F S S
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CA8443
CA Air China
77F
7:28 AM
CST
12:08 AM
AKDT
8h 40m
79%
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.

Last scheduled nonstop: Mar 2026.

✦ 1-Stop connections via 3 hubs
HKG Hong Kong 14h 16m 5YCXK4 → 3UCACX Hong Kong (HKG) to Chengdu (Shuangliu) flights
TPE Taoyuan 15h 2m 5YBRCI → BRCACI Taoyuan (TPE) to Chengdu (Shuangliu) flights
FRA Frankfurt am Main 40h 7m DEKZ → CALH Frankfurt am Main (FRA) to Chengdu (Shuangliu) flights
✦ 1-STOP More options, longer trips
✧ 2-STOP Loading... Reach the hardest destinations
Anchorage to Chengdu (Shuangliu)
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
4,885 mi 9h 30m nonstop +16h ahead

While no nonstop service exists between ANC and CTU, 1-stop connecting options are available.

Also explore Browse available seat maps ANC Routes CTU Routes ANC Live Flights CTU Live Flights ANC Delays
All flights from Chengdu (Shuangliu) (CTU) Chengdu (Shuangliu) to Anchorage flights
Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for ANC to CTU.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
3
Hubs
~14h
Fastest
~40h
Longest
HKG ~14h 16m TPE ~15h 2m FRA ~40h 7m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
228
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
90%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
90%
Return
CTU → ANC
73%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Arriving
73%
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 gate to gate.
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
1-stop connectionsAvailable
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/Chongqing
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 about 9h 30m gate to gate. The route covers 4,885 miles.
This route has limited weekly service. Check the schedule above for departure days and times in each direction.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available, ranked by layover time. Common connecting points include Hong Kong, Taiwan Taoyuan and Frankfurt Main.
On a single ticket, yes. Your bags are checked through to CTU and move between planes without you. On two separate tickets you collect your bags at the connecting airport and recheck them, so build in extra layover time.
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 is about 9 hours 30 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 4,885 miles (7,861 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Hong Kong, Taiwan Taoyuan and Frankfurt Main. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.