Direct (nonstop) flights from Chengdu to Ningbo

5 airlines fly nonstop from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) to Ningbo Lishe International Airport (NGB). It's 1,047 miles (1,685 km), about 2h 45m in the air. Operated by Sichuan Airlines, Air China, Chengdu Airlines and others.

CTU
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport
🇨🇳 Chengdu, China
NGB
Ningbo Lishe International Airport
🇨🇳 Ningbo, China
Flight Time
2h 45m
Distance
1,047 mi
1,685 km
CO₂/pax
177 kg
−42 kg vs. layover
Airlines
5
Sichuan Airlines +4
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Sichuan Airlines Sichuan Airlines Air China Air China Chengdu Airlines Chengdu Airlines Loong Air Loong Air China Eastern Airlines China Eastern Airlines

Route data last updated: May 30, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Sichuan Airlines 3U Sichuan Airlines
Route
CTU → NGB
Flight Time
2h 45m
Distance
1,047 mi
Air China CA Air China
Route
CTU → NGB
Flight Time
2h 45m
Distance
1,047 mi
Chengdu Airlines EU Chengdu Airlines
Route
CTU → NGB
Flight Time
2h 45m
Distance
1,047 mi
Loong Air GJ Loong Air
Route
CTU → NGB
Flight Time
2h 45m
Distance
1,047 mi
China Eastern Airlines MU China Eastern Airlines
Route
CTU → NGB
Flight Time
2h 45m
Distance
1,047 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Chengdu to Ningbo with one stop · direct emits 177 kg CO₂ per passenger

CTU YIH (Yichang) NGB
Leg 1: 1h 20m (448 mi) Leg 2: 1h 50m (599 mi) Total: ~3h 10m 🍃 219 kg CO₂ (+24% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CTU → YIH
1h 20m · 448 mi
View CTU to YIH flights →
Leg 2
YIH → NGB
1h 50m · 599 mi
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CTU KHN (Nanchang) NGB
Leg 1: 2h 5m (728 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (341 mi) Total: ~3h 15m 🍃 223 kg CO₂ (+26% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CTU → KHN
2h 5m · 728 mi
View CTU to KHN flights →
Leg 2
KHN → NGB
1h 10m · 341 mi
View KHN to NGB flights →
CTU WUH (Wuhan) NGB
Leg 1: 1h 50m (611 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (437 mi) Total: ~3h 20m 🍃 219 kg CO₂ (+24% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CTU → WUH
1h 50m · 611 mi
View CTU to WUH flights →
Leg 2
WUH → NGB
1h 30m · 437 mi
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CTU CSX (Changsha) NGB
Leg 1: 1h 55m (582 mi) Leg 2: 1h 35m (511 mi) Total: ~3h 30m 🍃 228 kg CO₂ (+29% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CTU → CSX
1h 55m · 582 mi
View CTU to CSX flights →
Leg 2
CSX → NGB
1h 35m · 511 mi
View CSX to NGB flights →
CTU BZX (Bazhong) NGB
Leg 1: 1h 5m (178 mi) Leg 2: 2h 25m (890 mi) Total: ~3h 30m 🍃 223 kg CO₂ (+26% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CTU → BZX
1h 5m · 178 mi
View CTU to BZX flights →
Leg 2
BZX → NGB
2h 25m · 890 mi
View BZX to NGB flights →

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NGB → CTU: Flights from Ningbo to Chengdu

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Chengdu to Ningbo?

A nonstop flight from Chengdu (CTU) to Ningbo (NGB) takes approximately 2 hours and 45 minutes. The distance is 1,047 miles (1,685 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Chengdu to Ningbo?

5 airlines: Sichuan Airlines, Air China, Chengdu Airlines, Loong Air, China Eastern Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Chengdu to Ningbo?

Yes. 5 airlines: Sichuan Airlines, Air China, Chengdu Airlines, Loong Air, China Eastern Airlines.

How far is Chengdu from Ningbo?

The flight distance from Chengdu to Ningbo is 1,047 miles (1,685 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 Chengdu to Ningbo?

At 2h 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 Chengdu to Ningbo?

Roughly 177 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 885 km.

Is the return flight from Ningbo 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 Ningbo?

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.