Direct (nonstop) flights from Dali City to Shenzhen

2 airlines fly nonstop from Dali (DLU) to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX). It's 876 miles (1,410 km), about 2h 25m in the air. Operated by China Southern Airlines, China Eastern Airlines.

DLU
Dali
🇨🇳 Dali City, China
SZX
Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport
🇨🇳 Shenzhen, China
Flight Time
2h 25m
Distance
876 mi
1,410 km
CO₂/pax
162 kg
−25 kg vs. layover
Airlines
2
China Southern Airlines +1
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by China Southern Airlines China Southern Airlines China Eastern Airlines China Eastern Airlines

Route data last updated: May 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

China Southern Airlines CZ China Southern Airlines
Route
DLU → SZX
Flight Time
2h 25m
Distance
876 mi
China Eastern Airlines MU China Eastern Airlines
Route
DLU → SZX
Flight Time
2h 25m
Distance
876 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Dali City to Shenzhen with one stop · direct emits 162 kg CO₂ per passenger

DLU KMG (Kunming) SZX
Leg 1: 1h 3m (167 mi) Leg 2: 2h 5m (708 mi) Total: ~3h 8m 🍃 187 kg CO₂ (+15% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DLU → KMG
1h 3m · 167 mi
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Leg 2
KMG → SZX
2h 5m · 708 mi
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DLU JHG (Jinghong) SZX
Leg 1: 58m (254 mi) Leg 2: 2h 20m (836 mi) Total: ~3h 18m 🍃 227 kg CO₂ (+40% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DLU → JHG
58m · 254 mi
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Leg 2
JHG → SZX
2h 20m · 836 mi
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DLU KWE (Guiyang) SZX
Leg 1: 1h 35m (406 mi) Leg 2: 1h 50m (516 mi) Total: ~3h 25m 🍃 196 kg CO₂ (+21% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DLU → KWE
1h 35m · 406 mi
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Leg 2
KWE → SZX
1h 50m · 516 mi
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DLU YBP (Yibin) SZX
Leg 1: 1h 20m (339 mi) Leg 2: 2h 5m (716 mi) Total: ~3h 25m 🍃 220 kg CO₂ (+36% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DLU → YBP
1h 20m · 339 mi
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Leg 2
YBP → SZX
2h 5m · 716 mi
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DLU LZO (Luzhou) SZX
Leg 1: 1h 20m (392 mi) Leg 2: 2h 10m (680 mi) Total: ~3h 30m 🍃 224 kg CO₂ (+38% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DLU → LZO
1h 20m · 392 mi
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Leg 2
LZO → SZX
2h 10m · 680 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

A nonstop flight from Dali City (DLU) to Shenzhen (SZX) takes approximately 2 hours and 25 minutes. The distance is 876 miles (1,410 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Dali City to Shenzhen?

2 airlines: China Southern Airlines, China Eastern Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Dali City to Shenzhen?

Yes. 2 airlines: China Southern Airlines, China Eastern Airlines.

How far is Dali City from Shenzhen?

The flight distance from Dali City to Shenzhen is 876 miles (1,410 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 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 Dali City to Shenzhen?

Roughly 162 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 810 km.

Is the return flight from Shenzhen 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 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 Dali for this flight?

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