Direct (nonstop) flights from Dali City to Xian

3 airlines fly nonstop from Dali (DLU) to Xi'an Xianyang International Airport (XIY). It's 788 miles (1,268 km), about 2h 25m in the air. Operated by Beijing Capital Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Tibet Airlines.

DLU
Dali
🇨🇳 Dali City, China
XIY
Xi'an Xianyang International Airport
🇨🇳 Xian, China
Flight Time
2h 25m
Distance
788 mi
1,268 km
CO₂/pax
146 kg
−24 kg vs. layover
Airlines
3
Beijing Capital Airlines +2
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Beijing Capital Airlines Beijing Capital Airlines China Eastern Airlines China Eastern Airlines Tibet Airlines Tibet Airlines

Route data last updated: May 28, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Beijing Capital Airlines JD Beijing Capital Airlines
Route
DLU → XIY
Flight Time
2h 25m
Distance
788 mi
China Eastern Airlines MU China Eastern Airlines
Route
DLU → XIY
Flight Time
2h 25m
Distance
788 mi
Tibet Airlines TV Tibet Airlines
Route
DLU → XIY
Flight Time
2h 25m
Distance
788 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Dali City to Xian with one stop · direct emits 146 kg CO₂ per passenger

DLU TFU (Chengdu) XIY
Leg 1: 1h 25m (408 mi) Leg 2: 1h 23m (380 mi) Total: ~2h 48m 🍃 170 kg CO₂ (+16% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DLU → TFU
1h 25m · 408 mi
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Leg 2
TFU → XIY
1h 23m · 380 mi
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DLU YBP (Yibin) XIY
Leg 1: 1h 20m (339 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (460 mi) Total: ~2h 50m 🍃 173 kg CO₂ (+18% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DLU → YBP
1h 20m · 339 mi
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Leg 2
YBP → XIY
1h 30m · 460 mi
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DLU LZO (Luzhou) XIY
Leg 1: 1h 20m (392 mi) Leg 2: 1h 40m (419 mi) Total: ~3h 🍃 176 kg CO₂ (+21% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DLU → LZO
1h 20m · 392 mi
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Leg 2
LZO → XIY
1h 40m · 419 mi
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DLU KMG (Kunming) XIY
Leg 1: 1h 3m (167 mi) Leg 2: 2h 10m (732 mi) Total: ~3h 13m 🍃 191 kg CO₂ (+31% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DLU → KMG
1h 3m · 167 mi
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Leg 2
KMG → XIY
2h 10m · 732 mi
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DLU CKG (Chongqing) XIY
Leg 1: 1h 45m (477 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (348 mi) Total: ~3h 15m 🍃 177 kg CO₂ (+21% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DLU → CKG
1h 45m · 477 mi
View DLU to CKG flights →
Leg 2
CKG → XIY
1h 30m · 348 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

A nonstop flight from Dali City (DLU) to Xian (XIY) takes approximately 2 hours and 25 minutes. The distance is 788 miles (1,268 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Dali City to Xian?

3 airlines: Beijing Capital Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Tibet Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Dali City to Xian?

Yes. 3 airlines: Beijing Capital Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Tibet Airlines.

How far is Dali City from Xian?

The flight distance from Dali City to Xian is 788 miles (1,268 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 Xian?

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 Xian?

Roughly 146 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 730 km.

Is the return flight from Xian 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 Xian?

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.