Direct (nonstop) flights from Chongqing to Lijiang

4 airlines fly nonstop from Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport (CKG) to Lijiang Sanyi Airport (LJG). It's 442 miles (712 km), about 1h 45m in the air. Operated by Sichuan Airlines, Lucky Air, Beijing Capital Airlines and others.

CKG
Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport
🇨🇳 Chongqing, China
LJG
Lijiang Sanyi Airport
🇨🇳 Lijiang, China
Flight Time
1h 45m
Distance
442 mi
712 km
CO₂/pax
82 kg
−52 kg vs. layover
Airlines
4
Sichuan Airlines +3
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Sichuan Airlines Sichuan Airlines Lucky Air Lucky Air Beijing Capital Airlines Beijing Capital Airlines West Air (China) West Air (China)

Route data last updated: May 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Sichuan Airlines 3U Sichuan Airlines
Route
CKG → LJG
Flight Time
1h 45m
Distance
442 mi
Lucky Air 8L Lucky Air
Route
CKG → LJG
Flight Time
1h 45m
Distance
442 mi
Beijing Capital Airlines JD Beijing Capital Airlines
Route
CKG → LJG
Flight Time
1h 45m
Distance
442 mi
West Air (China) PN West Air (China)
Route
CKG → LJG
Flight Time
1h 45m
Distance
442 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Chongqing to Lijiang with one stop · direct emits 82 kg CO₂ per passenger

CKG KMG (Kunming) LJG
Leg 1: 1h 35m (391 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (199 mi) Total: ~2h 50m 🍃 134 kg CO₂ (+63% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CKG → KMG
1h 35m · 391 mi
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Leg 2
KMG → LJG
1h 15m · 199 mi
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CKG LUM (Mangshi) LJG
Leg 1: 2h 20m (619 mi) Leg 2: 1h (190 mi) Total: ~3h 20m 🍃 175 kg CO₂ (+113% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CKG → LUM
2h 20m · 619 mi
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Leg 2
LUM → LJG
1h · 190 mi
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CKG JHG (Jinghong) LJG
Leg 1: 2h 10m (646 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (325 mi) Total: ~3h 25m 🍃 205 kg CO₂ (+150% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CKG → JHG
2h 10m · 646 mi
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Leg 2
JHG → LJG
1h 15m · 325 mi
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CKG NNG (Nanning) LJG
Leg 1: 1h 40m (498 mi) Leg 2: 1h 45m (571 mi) Total: ~3h 25m 🍃 223 kg CO₂ (+172% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CKG → NNG
1h 40m · 498 mi
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Leg 2
NNG → LJG
1h 45m · 571 mi
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CKG KWL (Guilin) LJG
Leg 1: 1h 30m (373 mi) Leg 2: 2h 10m (618 mi) Total: ~3h 40m 🍃 208 kg CO₂ (+154% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CKG → KWL
1h 30m · 373 mi
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Leg 2
KWL → LJG
2h 10m · 618 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Chongqing to Lijiang?

A nonstop flight from Chongqing (CKG) to Lijiang (LJG) takes approximately 1 hours and 45 minutes. The distance is 442 miles (712 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Chongqing to Lijiang?

4 airlines: Sichuan Airlines, Lucky Air, Beijing Capital Airlines, West Air (China).

Is there a nonstop flight from Chongqing to Lijiang?

Yes. 4 airlines: Sichuan Airlines, Lucky Air, Beijing Capital Airlines, West Air (China).

How far is Chongqing from Lijiang?

The flight distance from Chongqing to Lijiang is 442 miles (712 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as Mumbai to Goa.

What type of aircraft flies from Chongqing to Lijiang?

At 1h 45m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Chongqing to Lijiang?

Roughly 82 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 410 km.

Is the return flight from Lijiang to Chongqing 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 Chongqing to Lijiang?

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 Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport for this flight?

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