Direct (nonstop) flights from Dali City to Chengdu

2 airlines fly nonstop from Dali (DLU) to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU). It's 405 miles (652 km), about 1h 35m in the air. Operated by Sichuan Airlines, Tibet Airlines.

DLU
Dali
🇨🇳 Dali City, China
CTU
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport
🇨🇳 Chengdu, China
Flight Time
1h 35m
Distance
405 mi
652 km
CO₂/pax
75 kg
−52 kg vs. layover
Airlines
2
Sichuan Airlines +1
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Sichuan Airlines Sichuan Airlines Tibet Airlines Tibet Airlines

Route data last updated: May 28, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Sichuan Airlines 3U Sichuan Airlines
Route
DLU → CTU
Flight Time
1h 35m
Distance
405 mi
Tibet Airlines TV Tibet Airlines
Route
DLU → CTU
Flight Time
1h 35m
Distance
405 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Dali City to Chengdu with one stop · direct emits 75 kg CO₂ per passenger

DLU KMG (Kunming) CTU
Leg 1: 1h 3m (167 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (382 mi) Total: ~2h 33m 🍃 127 kg CO₂ (+69% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DLU → KMG
1h 3m · 167 mi
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Leg 2
KMG → CTU
1h 30m · 382 mi
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DLU JHG (Jinghong) CTU
Leg 1: 58m (254 mi) Leg 2: 1h 50m (624 mi) Total: ~2h 48m 🍃 188 kg CO₂ (+151% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DLU → JHG
58m · 254 mi
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Leg 2
JHG → CTU
1h 50m · 624 mi
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DLU CSX (Changsha) CTU
Leg 1: 2h 15m (814 mi) Leg 2: 1h 55m (582 mi) Total: ~4h 10m 🍃 284 kg CO₂ (+279% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DLU → CSX
2h 15m · 814 mi
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Leg 2
CSX → CTU
1h 55m · 582 mi
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DLU WUH (Wuhan) CTU
Leg 1: 2h 20m (917 mi) Leg 2: 2h 8m (611 mi) Total: ~4h 28m 🍃 308 kg CO₂ (+311% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DLU → WUH
2h 20m · 917 mi
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Leg 2
WUH → CTU
2h 8m · 611 mi
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DLU TYN (Taiyuan) CTU
Leg 1: 2h 10m (1,102 mi) Leg 2: 2h 20m (700 mi) Total: ~4h 30m 🍃 340 kg CO₂ (+353% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DLU → TYN
2h 10m · 1,102 mi
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Leg 2
TYN → CTU
2h 20m · 700 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

A nonstop flight from Dali City (DLU) to Chengdu (CTU) takes approximately 1 hours and 35 minutes. The distance is 405 miles (652 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Dali City to Chengdu?

2 airlines: Sichuan Airlines, Tibet Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Dali City to Chengdu?

Yes. 2 airlines: Sichuan Airlines, Tibet Airlines.

How far is Dali City from Chengdu?

The flight distance from Dali City to Chengdu is 405 miles (652 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 Dali City to Chengdu?

At 1h 35m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Dali City to Chengdu?

Roughly 75 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 375 km.

Is the return flight from Chengdu 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 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 Dali for this flight?

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