Dubai(Jebel Ali) to Chengdu (Shuangliu) (DWC–CTU) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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CA Air China
77F
7:00 PM
+04
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CA Air China
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CA Air China
77F
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Dubai(Jebel Ali) to Chengdu (Shuangliu)
1 carrier, 7 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 7 Flights/wk 2,987 mi 6h 30m nonstop +4h ahead 6 1-stop hubs

DWC–CTU is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Air China leads the route. The flight covers 2,987 miles in approximately 6h 30m. Beyond nonstop, 6 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

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Carriers on this route

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop DWC–CTU service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
CA Air China 7 77F 6h30 – Star Alliance –
Aircraft on this route
77F Boeing 777F – CA
Alliance coverage
Star Alliance: CA (7 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.
Schedule

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, DWC to CTU direction.
Mon
1
flight
Tue
1
flight
Wed
1
flight
Thu
1
flight
Fri
1
flight
Sat
1
flight
Sun
1
flight
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
2
Nonstop flights
7
Outbound / wk
7
Return / wk
Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for DWC to CTU.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
6
Hubs
~9h
Fastest
~35h
Longest
DEL ~9h 12m CDG ~22h 35m CAN ~23h 10m PEK ~26h 12m FRA ~34h 30m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
214
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.
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Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+4h
Chengdu (Shuangliu) is 4 hours ahead of Dubai(Jebel Ali).
DWC: +04 · CTU: CST

When it's 6:00 PM in Dubai(Jebel Ali), it's 10:00 PM in Chengdu (Shuangliu).
Distance & Flight Time
2,987 mi / 4,806 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 6h 30m.
Visa & Entry

UAE passport holders can enter China visa-free for up to 30 days as of late 2024 under a unilateral visa exemption. This applies to ordinary passport holders entering for tourism, business, transit, or family visits. A passport valid for at least 6 months is required. For longer stays or other purposes, a visa must be obtained in advance from a Chinese embassy or consulate.

Verify entry requirements with official sources before travel.
Facts

DWC–CTU Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Dubai(Jebel Ali) to Chengdu (Shuangliu) route.
Route details
Distance2,987 mi / 4,806 km
Flight time6h 30m
Time difference+4 hours
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights7 out / 7 return
1-stop connections6 hubs
Origin: DWC
Full nameAl Maktoum International Airport
IATA / ICAODWC / OMDW
TimezoneAsia/Dubai
Elevation114 ft / 35 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 DWC to CTU flights.
Nonstop flights from Al Maktoum International Airport to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport take approximately 6h 30m. The route covers 2,987 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: Air China.
There are approximately 7 nonstop flights per week from DWC to CTU. The return direction has about 7 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through DEL, CDG, CAN, PEK, FRA and AMS. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Chengdu (Shuangliu) is 4 hours ahead of Dubai(Jebel Ali).
Yes, return flights from CTU to DWC 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.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from DWC to CTU

Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) and Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) are connected by nonstop service from Air China. With 7 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

DWC to CTU Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from DWC to CTU ranges from 6 hours 30 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,987 miles (4,806 km). There are approximately 7 weekly flights outbound and 7 return, totaling 14 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

6 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 9 hours via DEL. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.