Direct (nonstop) flights from Changchun to Lanzhou

2 airlines fly nonstop from Changchun Longjia International Airport (CGQ) to Lanzhou Zhongchuan International Airport (LHW). It's 1,270 miles (2,044 km), about 3h 45m in the air. Operated by China Southern Airlines, China Eastern Airlines.

CGQ
Changchun Longjia International Airport
🇨🇳 Changchun, China
LHW
Lanzhou Zhongchuan International Airport
🇨🇳 Lanzhou, China
Flight Time
3h 45m
Distance
1,270 mi
2,044 km
CO₂/pax
215 kg
−46 kg vs. layover
Airlines
2
China Southern Airlines +1
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by China Southern Airlines China Southern Airlines China Eastern Airlines China Eastern Airlines

Route data last updated: May 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

China Southern Airlines CZ China Southern Airlines
Route
CGQ → LHW
Flight Time
3h 45m
Distance
1,270 mi
China Eastern Airlines MU China Eastern Airlines
Route
CGQ → LHW
Flight Time
3h 45m
Distance
1,270 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Changchun to Lanzhou with one stop · direct emits 215 kg CO₂ per passenger

CGQ UYN (Yulin) LHW
Leg 1: 2h 45m (922 mi) Leg 2: 1h 28m (352 mi) Total: ~4h 13m 🍃 261 kg CO₂ (+21% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CGQ → UYN
2h 45m · 922 mi
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Leg 2
UYN → LHW
1h 28m · 352 mi
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CGQ HET (Hohhot) LHW
Leg 1: 2h 25m (740 mi) Leg 2: 1h 55m (534 mi) Total: ~4h 20m 🍃 261 kg CO₂ (+21% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CGQ → HET
2h 25m · 740 mi
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Leg 2
HET → LHW
1h 55m · 534 mi
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CGQ PEK (Beijing) LHW
Leg 1: 1h 55m (540 mi) Leg 2: 2h 30m (746 mi) Total: ~4h 25m 🍃 263 kg CO₂ (+22% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CGQ → PEK
1h 55m · 540 mi
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Leg 2
PEK → LHW
2h 30m · 746 mi
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CGQ SJW (Shijiazhuang) LHW
Leg 1: 2h 15m (695 mi) Leg 2: 2h 10m (621 mi) Total: ~4h 25m 🍃 269 kg CO₂ (+25% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CGQ → SJW
2h 15m · 695 mi
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Leg 2
SJW → LHW
2h 10m · 621 mi
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CGQ TYN (Taiyuan) LHW
Leg 1: 2h 40m (807 mi) Leg 2: 1h 48m (504 mi) Total: ~4h 28m 🍃 267 kg CO₂ (+24% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CGQ → TYN
2h 40m · 807 mi
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Leg 2
TYN → LHW
1h 48m · 504 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Changchun to Lanzhou?

A nonstop flight from Changchun (CGQ) to Lanzhou (LHW) takes approximately 3 hours and 45 minutes. The distance is 1,270 miles (2,044 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Changchun to Lanzhou?

2 airlines: China Southern Airlines, China Eastern Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Changchun to Lanzhou?

Yes. 2 airlines: China Southern Airlines, China Eastern Airlines.

How far is Changchun from Lanzhou?

The flight distance from Changchun to Lanzhou is 1,270 miles (2,044 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Miami.

What type of aircraft flies from Changchun to Lanzhou?

At 3h 45m, 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 Changchun to Lanzhou?

Roughly 215 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,075 km.

Is the return flight from Lanzhou to Changchun 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 Changchun to Lanzhou?

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 Changchun Longjia International Airport for this flight?

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