Direct (nonstop) flights from Dalian to Chengdu

1 airline flys nonstop from Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport (DLC) to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU). It's 1,151 miles (1,853 km), about 3h 25m in the air. Operated by Air China.

DLC
Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport
🇨🇳 Dalian, China
CTU
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport
🇨🇳 Chengdu, China
Flight Time
3h 25m
Distance
1,151 mi
1,853 km
CO₂/pax
195 kg
−31 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Air China
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Air China Air China

Route data last updated: May 28, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Air China CA Air China
Route
DLC → CTU
Flight Time
3h 25m
Distance
1,151 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Dalian to Chengdu with one stop · direct emits 195 kg CO₂ per passenger

DLC YNT (Yantai) CTU
Leg 1: 50m (94 mi) Leg 2: 2h 50m (1,089 mi) Total: ~3h 40m 🍃 226 kg CO₂ (+16% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DLC → YNT
50m · 94 mi
View DLC to YNT flights →
Leg 2
YNT → CTU
2h 50m · 1,089 mi
View YNT to CTU flights →
DLC HDG (Handan) CTU
Leg 1: 1h 35m (424 mi) Leg 2: 2h 10m (729 mi) Total: ~3h 45m 🍃 238 kg CO₂ (+22% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DLC → HDG
1h 35m · 424 mi
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Leg 2
HDG → CTU
2h 10m · 729 mi
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DLC YCU (Yuncheng) CTU
Leg 1: 2h 10m (638 mi) Leg 2: 1h 45m (516 mi) Total: ~3h 55m 🍃 239 kg CO₂ (+23% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DLC → YCU
2h 10m · 638 mi
View DLC to YCU flights →
Leg 2
YCU → CTU
1h 45m · 516 mi
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DLC TNA (Jinan) CTU
Leg 1: 1h 15m (277 mi) Leg 2: 2h 45m (876 mi) Total: ~4h 🍃 238 kg CO₂ (+22% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DLC → TNA
1h 15m · 277 mi
View DLC to TNA flights →
Leg 2
TNA → CTU
2h 45m · 876 mi
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DLC TYN (Taiyuan) CTU
Leg 1: 1h 45m (491 mi) Leg 2: 2h 20m (700 mi) Total: ~4h 5m 🍃 245 kg CO₂ (+26% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DLC → TYN
1h 45m · 491 mi
View DLC to TYN flights →
Leg 2
TYN → CTU
2h 20m · 700 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Dalian to Chengdu?

A nonstop flight from Dalian (DLC) to Chengdu (CTU) takes approximately 3 hours and 25 minutes. The distance is 1,151 miles (1,853 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Dalian to Chengdu?

Just Air China.

Is there a nonstop flight from Dalian to Chengdu?

Yes. 1 airline: Air China.

How far is Dalian from Chengdu?

The flight distance from Dalian to Chengdu is 1,151 miles (1,853 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 Dalian to Chengdu?

At 3h 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 Dalian to Chengdu?

Roughly 195 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 975 km.

Is the return flight from Chengdu to Dalian 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 Dalian to Chengdu?

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 Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.