Direct (nonstop) flights from Chengdu to Lijiang

4 airlines fly nonstop from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) to Lijiang Sanyi Airport (LJG). It's 350 miles (564 km), about 1h 25m in the air. Operated by Sichuan Airlines, Air China, Chengdu Airlines and others.

CTU
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport
🇨🇳 Chengdu, China
LJG
Lijiang Sanyi Airport
🇨🇳 Lijiang, China
Flight Time
1h 25m
Distance
350 mi
564 km
CO₂/pax
65 kg
−68 kg vs. layover
Airlines
4
Sichuan Airlines +3
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Sichuan Airlines Sichuan Airlines Air China Air China Chengdu Airlines Chengdu Airlines Tibet Airlines Tibet Airlines

Route data last updated: May 26, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Sichuan Airlines 3U Sichuan Airlines
Route
CTU → LJG
Flight Time
1h 25m
Distance
350 mi
Air China CA Air China
Route
CTU → LJG
Flight Time
1h 25m
Distance
350 mi
Chengdu Airlines EU Chengdu Airlines
Route
CTU → LJG
Flight Time
1h 25m
Distance
350 mi
Tibet Airlines TV Tibet Airlines
Route
CTU → LJG
Flight Time
1h 25m
Distance
350 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Chengdu to Lijiang with one stop · direct emits 65 kg CO₂ per passenger

CTU KMG (Kunming) LJG
Leg 1: 1h 30m (382 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (199 mi) Total: ~2h 45m 🍃 133 kg CO₂ (+105% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CTU → KMG
1h 30m · 382 mi
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Leg 2
KMG → LJG
1h 15m · 199 mi
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CTU LUM (Mangshi) LJG
Leg 1: 1h 50m (540 mi) Leg 2: 1h (190 mi) Total: ~2h 50m 🍃 160 kg CO₂ (+146% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CTU → LUM
1h 50m · 540 mi
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Leg 2
LUM → LJG
1h · 190 mi
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CTU DZH (Dazhou) LJG
Leg 1: 1h 3m (209 mi) Leg 2: 1h 50m (529 mi) Total: ~2h 53m 🍃 162 kg CO₂ (+149% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CTU → DZH
1h 3m · 209 mi
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Leg 2
DZH → LJG
1h 50m · 529 mi
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CTU JHG (Jinghong) LJG
Leg 1: 1h 55m (624 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (325 mi) Total: ~3h 10m 🍃 201 kg CO₂ (+209% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CTU → JHG
1h 55m · 624 mi
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Leg 2
JHG → LJG
1h 15m · 325 mi
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CTU NNG (Nanning) LJG
Leg 1: 1h 50m (607 mi) Leg 2: 1h 45m (571 mi) Total: ~3h 35m 🍃 243 kg CO₂ (+274% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CTU → NNG
1h 50m · 607 mi
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Leg 2
NNG → LJG
1h 45m · 571 mi
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LJG → CTU: Flights from Lijiang to Chengdu

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Chengdu to Lijiang?

A nonstop flight from Chengdu (CTU) to Lijiang (LJG) takes approximately 1 hours and 25 minutes. The distance is 350 miles (564 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Chengdu to Lijiang?

4 airlines: Sichuan Airlines, Air China, Chengdu Airlines, Tibet Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Chengdu to Lijiang?

Yes. 4 airlines: Sichuan Airlines, Air China, Chengdu Airlines, Tibet Airlines.

How far is Chengdu from Lijiang?

The flight distance from Chengdu to Lijiang is 350 miles (564 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 Chengdu to Lijiang?

At 1h 25m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

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

Roughly 65 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 325 km.

Is the return flight from Lijiang to Chengdu 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 Chengdu 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 Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport for this flight?

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