Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport

ZUUU / CTU

Chengdu (Shuangliu), CN

Last Updated
Apr 23, 07:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 50 min ago
07:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
28°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 9°C
6 kt
130°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1009 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR ZUUU 230700Z 13003MPS 030V180 9999 FEW033 28/09 Q1009 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,625 ft
FEW 3,300 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
3,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,925 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 3,300 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the southeast (130°) at 6 knots. Runway 20 is favored with a 2-knot headwind and 6-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 3,300 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 28°C (82°F) with a dewpoint of 9°C, indicating very dry conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 24 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Expected weather includes: Light Showers Rain. Temporary VFR conditions are forecast with Light Showers Rain between 14:00Z and 17:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The forecast indicates conditions may deteriorate. Ensure you have fuel reserves and a viable alternate airport.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

QNH
1009 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
955 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,625 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,753 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 3,703 ft (High - Reduced Performance)
ISA Deviation: +16.3°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF ZUUU 230304Z 2306/2406 22003MPS 6000 SCT050 TX28/2307Z TN15/2322Z TEMPO 2314/2317 -SHRA
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
07:49Z BASE
+0h
MVFR
Visibility: 6 km
14:00Z TEMPO
+7h
VFR
Light Showers Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
UUU
02L
20R ✈️
02R
20L ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 02L/20R
Active: 20R
11,811 ft 148 ft ASP 24°
2.1 kt 5.6 kt
70° angle
✈️ 02R/20L
Active: 20L
11,811 ft 197 ft CON 24°
2.1 kt 5.6 kt
70° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - ZUUU

5,043 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
57.1%
MVFR
30.2%
IFR
12.1%
LIFR
0.6%

Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 57.1% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 12.7% of observations. Temperature extremes range from 0°C to 35°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are September, March, April.

Temperature Range

Average: 14.7°C
Range: 0°C to 35°C
0°C 35°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.9%

Best Months for VFR

September March April

Statistics computed from 5,043 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: ZUUU
IATA Code: CTU
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,625 ft MSL

Location

City: Chengdu (Shuangliu)
Country: CN
Latitude: 30.558257°
Longitude: 103.945966°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-7

Runway Information

Runway 02L/20R
Length: 11,811 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 02R/20L
Length: 11,811 ft
Width: 197 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport

Overview

Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport serves as a major aviation hub in southwestern China, located in the Sichuan province. The airport sits at an elevation of 1,625 feet MSL, strategically positioned near the city of Chengdu. It handles significant passenger and cargo traffic, supporting both domestic and international operations.

Flying Conditions

The airport's elevation at 1,625 ft MSL suggests moderate terrain interaction that can influence local weather patterns. Pilots should anticipate potential wind variations given the airport's proximity to mountainous regions. Seasonal weather changes in this region can impact flight operations, particularly during transition periods between winter and summer.

Notable Features

The airport features two parallel runways, both 02L/20R and 02R/20L, each measuring 11,811 feet in length. These runways are constructed with asphaltic (ASP) and concrete (CON) surfaces, providing robust infrastructure for various aircraft types. The parallel runway configuration offers operational flexibility and redundancy for air traffic management.

Approach Considerations

Given the parallel runway layout, pilots can expect potential simultaneous approach capabilities depending on air traffic control procedures. The runway orientation (02/20) suggests potential crosswind scenarios, particularly during seasonal wind shifts. Pilots should review current meteorological data and local airport information for specific approach and landing considerations.

Data Sources & Accuracy: Airport information sourced from OurAirports.com, a collaborative database of worldwide airport data. Weather data from official aviation weather services including NOAA Aviation Weather Center and international METAR/TAF providers. Information is updated regularly but pilots should always verify current conditions and NOTAMs through official channels before flight operations.

Official Data Sources

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NOTAMs FAA NOTAM System • ICAO NOTAM Distribution
Last updated: Jan 1, 1970 12:00 AM UTC

Disclaimer: Data is provided for informational purposes only. Pilots must verify all information through official sources before flight operations. Weather conditions change rapidly; always obtain a current briefing from approved weather services.