Direct (nonstop) flights from Chengdu to Sanming

1 airline flys nonstop from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) to Sanming Shaxian Airport (SQJ). It's 890 miles (1,433 km), about 2h 35m in the air. Operated by Tibet Airlines.

CTU
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport
🇨🇳 Chengdu, China
SQJ
Sanming Shaxian Airport
🇨🇳 Sanming, China
Flight Time
2h 35m
Distance
890 mi
1,433 km
CO₂/pax
165 kg
−89 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Tibet Airlines
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Tibet Airlines Tibet Airlines

Route data last updated: May 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Tibet Airlines TV Tibet Airlines
Route
CTU → SQJ
Flight Time
2h 35m
Distance
890 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Chengdu to Sanming with one stop · direct emits 165 kg CO₂ per passenger

CTU KMG (Kunming) SQJ
Leg 1: 1h 30m (382 mi) Leg 2: 2h 20m (933 mi) Total: ~3h 50m 🍃 254 kg CO₂ (+54% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CTU → KMG
1h 30m · 382 mi
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Leg 2
KMG → SQJ
2h 20m · 933 mi
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CTU CAN (Guangzhou) SQJ
Leg 1: 2h 25m (759 mi) Leg 2: 1h 35m (353 mi) Total: ~4h 🍃 230 kg CO₂ (+39% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CTU → CAN
2h 25m · 759 mi
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Leg 2
CAN → SQJ
1h 35m · 353 mi
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CTU SHA (Shanghai) SQJ
Leg 1: 2h 40m (1,032 mi) Leg 2: 1h 50m (391 mi) Total: ~4h 30m 🍃 271 kg CO₂ (+64% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CTU → SHA
2h 40m · 1,032 mi
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Leg 2
SHA → SQJ
1h 50m · 391 mi
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CTU TAO (Qingdao) SQJ
Leg 1: 2h 40m (1,012 mi) Leg 2: 2h 35m (697 mi) Total: ~5h 15m 🍃 325 kg CO₂ (+97% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CTU → TAO
2h 40m · 1,012 mi
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Leg 2
TAO → SQJ
2h 35m · 697 mi
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CTU PKX (Beijing) SQJ
Leg 1: 2h 45m (935 mi) Leg 2: 2h 45m (905 mi) Total: ~5h 30m 🍃 351 kg CO₂ (+113% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CTU → PKX
2h 45m · 935 mi
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Leg 2
PKX → SQJ
2h 45m · 905 mi
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SQJ → CTU: Flights from Sanming to Chengdu

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Chengdu to Sanming?

A nonstop flight from Chengdu (CTU) to Sanming (SQJ) takes approximately 2 hours and 35 minutes. The distance is 890 miles (1,433 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Chengdu to Sanming?

Just Tibet Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Chengdu to Sanming?

Yes. 1 airline: Tibet Airlines.

How far is Chengdu from Sanming?

The flight distance from Chengdu to Sanming is 890 miles (1,433 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 Sanming?

At 2h 35m, 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 Sanming?

Roughly 165 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 825 km.

Is the return flight from Sanming 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 Sanming?

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.