Direct (nonstop) flights from Dali City to Guangzhou

3 airlines fly nonstop from Dali (DLU) to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN). It's 831 miles (1,337 km), about 2h 15m in the air. Operated by China Southern Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Chongqing Airlines.

DLU
Dali
🇨🇳 Dali City, China
CAN
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport
🇨🇳 Guangzhou, China
Flight Time
2h 15m
Distance
831 mi
1,337 km
CO₂/pax
154 kg
−25 kg vs. layover
Airlines
3
China Southern Airlines +2
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by China Southern Airlines China Southern Airlines China Eastern Airlines China Eastern Airlines Chongqing Airlines Chongqing Airlines

Route data last updated: May 28, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

China Southern Airlines CZ China Southern Airlines
Route
DLU → CAN
Flight Time
2h 15m
Distance
831 mi
China Eastern Airlines MU China Eastern Airlines
Route
DLU → CAN
Flight Time
2h 15m
Distance
831 mi
Chongqing Airlines OQ Chongqing Airlines
Route
DLU → CAN
Flight Time
2h 15m
Distance
831 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Dali City to Guangzhou with one stop · direct emits 154 kg CO₂ per passenger

DLU KMG (Kunming) CAN
Leg 1: 1h 3m (167 mi) Leg 2: 2h (664 mi) Total: ~3h 3m 🍃 179 kg CO₂ (+16% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DLU → KMG
1h 3m · 167 mi
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Leg 2
KMG → CAN
2h · 664 mi
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DLU KWE (Guiyang) CAN
Leg 1: 1h 35m (406 mi) Leg 2: 1h 40m (462 mi) Total: ~3h 15m 🍃 185 kg CO₂ (+20% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DLU → KWE
1h 35m · 406 mi
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Leg 2
KWE → CAN
1h 40m · 462 mi
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DLU ZYI (Zunyi) CAN
Leg 1: 1h 35m (434 mi) Leg 2: 1h 45m (488 mi) Total: ~3h 20m 🍃 195 kg CO₂ (+27% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DLU → ZYI
1h 35m · 434 mi
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Leg 2
ZYI → CAN
1h 45m · 488 mi
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DLU JHG (Jinghong) CAN
Leg 1: 58m (254 mi) Leg 2: 2h 25m (805 mi) Total: ~3h 23m 🍃 221 kg CO₂ (+44% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DLU → JHG
58m · 254 mi
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Leg 2
JHG → CAN
2h 25m · 805 mi
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DLU LZO (Luzhou) CAN
Leg 1: 1h 20m (392 mi) Leg 2: 2h 5m (621 mi) Total: ~3h 25m 🍃 213 kg CO₂ (+38% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DLU → LZO
1h 20m · 392 mi
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Leg 2
LZO → CAN
2h 5m · 621 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Dali City to Guangzhou?

A nonstop flight from Dali City (DLU) to Guangzhou (CAN) takes approximately 2 hours and 15 minutes. The distance is 831 miles (1,337 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Dali City to Guangzhou?

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

Is there a nonstop flight from Dali City to Guangzhou?

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

How far is Dali City from Guangzhou?

The flight distance from Dali City to Guangzhou is 831 miles (1,337 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 Dali City to Guangzhou?

At 2h 15m, 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 Dali City to Guangzhou?

Roughly 154 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 770 km.

Is the return flight from Guangzhou to Dali City 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 Dali City to Guangzhou?

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 Dali for this flight?

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