Direct (nonstop) flights from Chengdu to Tengchong

1 airline flys nonstop from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) to Tengchong Tuofeng Airport (TCZ). It's 513 miles (825 km), about 1h 40m in the air. Operated by Sichuan Airlines.

CTU
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport
🇨🇳 Chengdu, China
TCZ
Tengchong Tuofeng Airport
🇨🇳 Tengchong, China
Flight Time
1h 40m
Distance
513 mi
825 km
CO₂/pax
95 kg
−53 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Sichuan Airlines
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Sichuan Airlines Sichuan Airlines

Route data last updated: May 26, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Sichuan Airlines 3U Sichuan Airlines
Route
CTU → TCZ
Flight Time
1h 40m
Distance
513 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Chengdu to Tengchong with one stop · direct emits 95 kg CO₂ per passenger

CTU KMG (Kunming) TCZ
Leg 1: 1h 30m (382 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (279 mi) Total: ~2h 45m 🍃 148 kg CO₂ (+56% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CTU → KMG
1h 30m · 382 mi
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Leg 2
KMG → TCZ
1h 15m · 279 mi
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CTU JHG (Jinghong) TCZ
Leg 1: 1h 55m (624 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (250 mi) Total: ~3h 10m 🍃 187 kg CO₂ (+97% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CTU → JHG
1h 55m · 624 mi
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Leg 2
JHG → TCZ
1h 15m · 250 mi
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CTU CSX (Changsha) TCZ
Leg 1: 1h 55m (582 mi) Leg 2: 2h 43m (938 mi) Total: ~4h 38m 🍃 292 kg CO₂ (+207% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CTU → CSX
1h 55m · 582 mi
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Leg 2
CSX → TCZ
2h 43m · 938 mi
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CTU WUH (Wuhan) TCZ
Leg 1: 1h 50m (611 mi) Leg 2: 3h 10m (1,042 mi) Total: ~5h 🍃 314 kg CO₂ (+231% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CTU → WUH
1h 50m · 611 mi
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Leg 2
WUH → TCZ
3h 10m · 1,042 mi
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CTU CAN (Guangzhou) TCZ
Leg 1: 2h 25m (759 mi) Leg 2: 3h 15m (941 mi) Total: ~5h 40m 🍃 324 kg CO₂ (+241% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CTU → CAN
2h 25m · 759 mi
View CTU to CAN flights →
Leg 2
CAN → TCZ
3h 15m · 941 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Chengdu to Tengchong?

A nonstop flight from Chengdu (CTU) to Tengchong (TCZ) takes approximately 1 hours and 40 minutes. The distance is 513 miles (825 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Chengdu to Tengchong?

Just Sichuan Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Chengdu to Tengchong?

Yes. 1 airline: Sichuan Airlines.

How far is Chengdu from Tengchong?

The flight distance from Chengdu to Tengchong is 513 miles (825 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 Tengchong?

At 1h 40m, 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 Tengchong?

Roughly 95 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 475 km.

Is the return flight from Tengchong 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 Tengchong?

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.