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

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CA8443
CA Air China
77F
5:40 AM
CST
11:15 PM
AKDT
9h 35m
83%
M T W T F S S
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CA1045
CA Air China
77F
9:50 AM
CST
11:15 PM
AKDT
5h 25m
83%
M T W T F S S
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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 2 hubs
FRA Frankfurt am Main 42h 24m DEKZRO → CALH Frankfurt am Main (FRA) to Chengdu (Shuangliu) flights
HKG Hong Kong ~15h 18m 5YCXK4 → 3U Hong Kong (HKG) 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 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
2
Hubs
~15h
Fastest
~42h
Longest
HKG ~15h 18m FRA ~42h 24m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
236
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
86%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
86%
Return
CTU → ANC
84%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
84%
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 Frankfurt Main.
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 Frankfurt Main. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.