Direct (nonstop) flights from Chengdu to Shenzhen

7 airlines fly nonstop from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX). It's 818 miles (1,316 km), about 2h 25m in the air. Operated by Sichuan Airlines, Air China, China Southern Airlines and others.

CTU
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport
🇨🇳 Chengdu, China
SZX
Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport
🇨🇳 Shenzhen, China
Flight Time
2h 25m
Distance
818 mi
1,316 km
CO₂/pax
151 kg
−53 kg vs. layover
Airlines
7
Sichuan Airlines +6
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Sichuan Airlines Sichuan Airlines Air China Air China China Southern Airlines China Southern Airlines Chengdu Airlines Chengdu Airlines China Eastern Airlines China Eastern Airlines Tibet Airlines Tibet Airlines +1 more

Route data last updated: May 30, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Sichuan Airlines 3U Sichuan Airlines
Route
CTU → SZX
Flight Time
2h 25m
Distance
818 mi
Air China CA Air China
Route
CTU → SZX
Flight Time
2h 25m
Distance
818 mi
China Southern Airlines CZ China Southern Airlines
Route
CTU → SZX
Flight Time
2h 25m
Distance
818 mi
Chengdu Airlines EU Chengdu Airlines
Route
CTU → SZX
Flight Time
2h 25m
Distance
818 mi
China Eastern Airlines MU China Eastern Airlines
Route
CTU → SZX
Flight Time
2h 25m
Distance
818 mi
Tibet Airlines TV Tibet Airlines
Route
CTU → SZX
Flight Time
2h 25m
Distance
818 mi
Shenzhen Airlines ZH Shenzhen Airlines
Route
CTU → SZX
Flight Time
2h 25m
Distance
818 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Chengdu to Shenzhen with one stop · direct emits 151 kg CO₂ per passenger

CTU NNG (Nanning) SZX
Leg 1: 1h 50m (607 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (360 mi) Total: ~3h 10m 🍃 204 kg CO₂ (+35% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CTU → NNG
1h 50m · 607 mi
View CTU to NNG flights →
Leg 2
NNG → SZX
1h 20m · 360 mi
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CTU DZH (Dazhou) SZX
Leg 1: 1h 3m (209 mi) Leg 2: 2h 10m (700 mi) Total: ~3h 13m 🍃 193 kg CO₂ (+28% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CTU → DZH
1h 3m · 209 mi
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Leg 2
DZH → SZX
2h 10m · 700 mi
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CTU XIC (Xichang) SZX
Leg 1: 1h 20m (208 mi) Leg 2: 2h 5m (814 mi) Total: ~3h 25m 🍃 215 kg CO₂ (+42% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CTU → XIC
1h 20m · 208 mi
View CTU to XIC flights →
Leg 2
XIC → SZX
2h 5m · 814 mi
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CTU YIH (Yichang) SZX
Leg 1: 1h 20m (448 mi) Leg 2: 2h 5m (563 mi) Total: ~3h 25m 🍃 212 kg CO₂ (+40% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CTU → YIH
1h 20m · 448 mi
View CTU to YIH flights →
Leg 2
YIH → SZX
2h 5m · 563 mi
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CTU ZHA (Zhanjiang) SZX
Leg 1: 2h 20m (757 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (242 mi) Total: ~3h 30m 🍃 210 kg CO₂ (+39% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CTU → ZHA
2h 20m · 757 mi
View CTU to ZHA flights →
Leg 2
ZHA → SZX
1h 10m · 242 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Chengdu to Shenzhen?

A nonstop flight from Chengdu (CTU) to Shenzhen (SZX) takes approximately 2 hours and 25 minutes. The distance is 818 miles (1,316 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Chengdu to Shenzhen?

7 airlines: Sichuan Airlines, Air China, China Southern Airlines, Chengdu Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Tibet Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Chengdu to Shenzhen?

Yes. 7 airlines: Sichuan Airlines, Air China, China Southern Airlines, Chengdu Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Tibet Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines.

How far is Chengdu from Shenzhen?

The flight distance from Chengdu to Shenzhen is 818 miles (1,316 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 Shenzhen?

At 2h 25m, 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 Shenzhen?

Roughly 151 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 755 km.

Is the return flight from Shenzhen 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 Shenzhen?

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.