Direct (nonstop) flights from Guangzhou to Chengdu

8 airlines fly nonstop from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) to Tianfu International Airport (TFU). It's 725 miles (1,166 km), about 2h 25m in the air. Operated by Sichuan Airlines, 9 Air, Air China and others.

CAN
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport
🇨🇳 Guangzhou, China
TFU
Tianfu International Airport
🇨🇳 Chengdu, China
Flight Time
2h 25m
Distance
725 mi
1,166 km
CO₂/pax
134 kg
−31 kg vs. layover
Airlines
8
Sichuan Airlines +7
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Sichuan Airlines Sichuan Airlines 9 Air 9 Air Air China Air China China Southern Airlines China Southern Airlines Hainan Airlines Hainan Airlines Beijing Capital Airlines Beijing Capital Airlines +2 more

Route data last updated: May 28, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Sichuan Airlines 3U Sichuan Airlines
Route
CAN → TFU
Flight Time
2h 25m
Distance
725 mi
9 Air AQ 9 Air
Route
CAN → TFU
Flight Time
2h 25m
Distance
725 mi
Air China CA Air China
Route
CAN → TFU
Flight Time
2h 25m
Distance
725 mi
China Southern Airlines CZ China Southern Airlines
Route
CAN → TFU
Flight Time
2h 25m
Distance
725 mi
Hainan Airlines HU Hainan Airlines
Route
CAN → TFU
Flight Time
2h 25m
Distance
725 mi
Beijing Capital Airlines JD Beijing Capital Airlines
Route
CAN → TFU
Flight Time
2h 25m
Distance
725 mi
China Eastern Airlines MU China Eastern Airlines
Route
CAN → TFU
Flight Time
2h 25m
Distance
725 mi
Shenzhen Airlines ZH Shenzhen Airlines
Route
CAN → TFU
Flight Time
2h 25m
Distance
725 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Guangzhou to Chengdu with one stop · direct emits 134 kg CO₂ per passenger

CAN KWE (Guiyang) TFU
Leg 1: 1h 45m (462 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (296 mi) Total: ~3h 5m 🍃 165 kg CO₂ (+23% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CAN → KWE
1h 45m · 462 mi
View CAN to KWE flights →
Leg 2
KWE → TFU
1h 20m · 296 mi
View KWE to TFU flights →
CAN LZH (Liuzhou) TFU
Leg 1: 1h 20m (253 mi) Leg 2: 1h 45m (519 mi) Total: ~3h 5m 🍃 168 kg CO₂ (+25% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CAN → LZH
1h 20m · 253 mi
View CAN to LZH flights →
Leg 2
LZH → TFU
1h 45m · 519 mi
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CAN ENH (Enshi) TFU
Leg 1: 1h 50m (532 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (301 mi) Total: ~3h 10m 🍃 179 kg CO₂ (+34% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CAN → ENH
1h 50m · 532 mi
View CAN to ENH flights →
Leg 2
ENH → TFU
1h 20m · 301 mi
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CAN CGD (Changde) TFU
Leg 1: 1h 35m (395 mi) Leg 2: 1h 40m (443 mi) Total: ~3h 15m 🍃 180 kg CO₂ (+34% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CAN → CGD
1h 35m · 395 mi
View CAN to CGD flights →
Leg 2
CGD → TFU
1h 40m · 443 mi
View CGD to TFU flights →
CAN DYG (Dayong) TFU
Leg 1: 1h 50m (431 mi) Leg 2: 1h 28m (370 mi) Total: ~3h 18m 🍃 174 kg CO₂ (+30% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CAN → DYG
1h 50m · 431 mi
View CAN to DYG flights →
Leg 2
DYG → TFU
1h 28m · 370 mi
View DYG to TFU flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Guangzhou to Chengdu?

A nonstop flight from Guangzhou (CAN) to Chengdu (TFU) takes approximately 2 hours and 25 minutes. The distance is 725 miles (1,166 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Guangzhou to Chengdu?

8 airlines: Sichuan Airlines, 9 Air, Air China, China Southern Airlines, Hainan Airlines, Beijing Capital Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Guangzhou to Chengdu?

Yes. 8 airlines: Sichuan Airlines, 9 Air, Air China, China Southern Airlines, Hainan Airlines, Beijing Capital Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines.

How far is Guangzhou from Chengdu?

The flight distance from Guangzhou to Chengdu is 725 miles (1,166 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as the length of Italy.

What type of aircraft flies from Guangzhou to Chengdu?

At 2h 25m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Guangzhou to Chengdu?

Roughly 134 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 670 km.

Is the return flight from Chengdu to Guangzhou also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Guangzhou to Chengdu?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.