Direct (nonstop) flights from Chengdu to Beijing

3 airlines fly nonstop from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) to Daxing International Airport (PKX). It's 935 miles (1,504 km), about 2h 45m in the air. Operated by China Southern Airlines, Chengdu Airlines, China Eastern Airlines.

CTU
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport
🇨🇳 Chengdu, China
PKX
Daxing International Airport
🇨🇳 Beijing, China
Flight Time
2h 45m
Distance
935 mi
1,504 km
CO₂/pax
158 kg
−41 kg vs. layover
Airlines
3
China Southern Airlines +2
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by China Southern Airlines China Southern Airlines Chengdu Airlines Chengdu Airlines China Eastern Airlines China Eastern Airlines

Route data last updated: May 28, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

China Southern Airlines CZ China Southern Airlines
Route
CTU → PKX
Flight Time
2h 45m
Distance
935 mi
Chengdu Airlines EU Chengdu Airlines
Route
CTU → PKX
Flight Time
2h 45m
Distance
935 mi
China Eastern Airlines MU China Eastern Airlines
Route
CTU → PKX
Flight Time
2h 45m
Distance
935 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Chengdu to Beijing with one stop · direct emits 158 kg CO₂ per passenger

CTU YCU (Yuncheng) PKX
Leg 1: 1h 25m (516 mi) Leg 2: 1h 38m (423 mi) Total: ~3h 3m 🍃 199 kg CO₂ (+26% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CTU → YCU
1h 25m · 516 mi
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Leg 2
YCU → PKX
1h 38m · 423 mi
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CTU BZX (Bazhong) PKX
Leg 1: 1h 5m (178 mi) Leg 2: 2h (766 mi) Total: ~3h 5m 🍃 200 kg CO₂ (+27% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CTU → BZX
1h 5m · 178 mi
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Leg 2
BZX → PKX
2h · 766 mi
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CTU YIH (Yichang) PKX
Leg 1: 1h 20m (448 mi) Leg 2: 2h 15m (677 mi) Total: ~3h 35m 🍃 233 kg CO₂ (+47% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CTU → YIH
1h 20m · 448 mi
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Leg 2
YIH → PKX
2h 15m · 677 mi
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CTU LHW (Lanzhou) PKX
Leg 1: 1h 20m (409 mi) Leg 2: 2h 20m (727 mi) Total: ~3h 40m 🍃 236 kg CO₂ (+49% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CTU → LHW
1h 20m · 409 mi
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Leg 2
LHW → PKX
2h 20m · 727 mi
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CTU INC (Yinchuan) PKX
Leg 1: 1h 45m (551 mi) Leg 2: 1h 58m (546 mi) Total: ~3h 43m 🍃 228 kg CO₂ (+44% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CTU → INC
1h 45m · 551 mi
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Leg 2
INC → PKX
1h 58m · 546 mi
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PKX → CTU: Flights from Beijing to Chengdu

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Chengdu to Beijing?

A nonstop flight from Chengdu (CTU) to Beijing (PKX) takes approximately 2 hours and 45 minutes. The distance is 935 miles (1,504 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Chengdu to Beijing?

3 airlines: China Southern Airlines, Chengdu Airlines, China Eastern Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Chengdu to Beijing?

Yes. 3 airlines: China Southern Airlines, Chengdu Airlines, China Eastern Airlines.

How far is Chengdu from Beijing?

The flight distance from Chengdu to Beijing is 935 miles (1,504 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as London to Madrid.

What type of aircraft flies from Chengdu to Beijing?

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 Beijing?

Roughly 158 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 790 km.

Is the return flight from Beijing 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 Beijing?

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.