Direct (nonstop) flights from Dunhuang to Lanzhou

5 airlines fly nonstop from Dunhuang Airport (DNH) to Lanzhou Zhongchuan International Airport (LHW). It's 547 miles (881 km), about 1h 30m in the air. Operated by Sichuan Airlines, Spring Airlines, Air China and others.

DNH
Dunhuang Airport
🇨🇳 Dunhuang, China
LHW
Lanzhou Zhongchuan International Airport
🇨🇳 Lanzhou, China
Flight Time
1h 30m
Distance
547 mi
881 km
CO₂/pax
101 kg
−28 kg vs. layover
Airlines
5
Sichuan Airlines +4
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Sichuan Airlines Sichuan Airlines Spring Airlines Spring Airlines Air China Air China Gestair Gestair China Eastern Airlines China Eastern Airlines

Route data last updated: May 26, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Sichuan Airlines 3U Sichuan Airlines
Route
DNH → LHW
Flight Time
1h 30m
Distance
547 mi
Spring Airlines 9C Spring Airlines
Route
DNH → LHW
Flight Time
1h 30m
Distance
547 mi
Air China CA Air China
Route
DNH → LHW
Flight Time
1h 30m
Distance
547 mi
Gestair G5 Gestair
Route
DNH → LHW
Flight Time
1h 30m
Distance
547 mi
China Eastern Airlines MU China Eastern Airlines
Route
DNH → LHW
Flight Time
1h 30m
Distance
547 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Dunhuang to Lanzhou with one stop · direct emits 101 kg CO₂ per passenger

DNH YZY (Zhangye) LHW
Leg 1: 1h 15m (334 mi) Leg 2: 50m (226 mi) Total: ~2h 5m 🍃 129 kg CO₂ (+28% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DNH → YZY
1h 15m · 334 mi
View DNH to YZY flights →
Leg 2
YZY → LHW
50m · 226 mi
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DNH JGN (Jiayuguan) LHW
Leg 1: 45m (195 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (368 mi) Total: ~2h 5m 🍃 129 kg CO₂ (+28% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DNH → JGN
45m · 195 mi
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Leg 2
JGN → LHW
1h 20m · 368 mi
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DNH JIC (Jinchang) LHW
Leg 1: 1h 20m (426 mi) Leg 2: 55m (156 mi) Total: ~2h 15m 🍃 133 kg CO₂ (+32% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DNH → JIC
1h 20m · 426 mi
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Leg 2
JIC → LHW
55m · 156 mi
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DNH HMI (Hami) LHW
Leg 1: 50m (198 mi) Leg 2: 2h 8m (700 mi) Total: ~2h 58m 🍃 191 kg CO₂ (+89% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DNH → HMI
50m · 198 mi
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Leg 2
HMI → LHW
2h 8m · 700 mi
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DNH IQN (Qingyang) LHW
Leg 1: 2h 5m (766 mi) Leg 2: 1h (228 mi) Total: ~3h 5m 🍃 209 kg CO₂ (+107% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DNH → IQN
2h 5m · 766 mi
View DNH to IQN flights →
Leg 2
IQN → LHW
1h · 228 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Dunhuang to Lanzhou?

A nonstop flight from Dunhuang (DNH) to Lanzhou (LHW) takes approximately 1 hours and 30 minutes. The distance is 547 miles (881 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Dunhuang to Lanzhou?

5 airlines: Sichuan Airlines, Spring Airlines, Air China, Gestair, China Eastern Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Dunhuang to Lanzhou?

Yes. 5 airlines: Sichuan Airlines, Spring Airlines, Air China, Gestair, China Eastern Airlines.

How far is Dunhuang from Lanzhou?

The flight distance from Dunhuang to Lanzhou is 547 miles (881 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance.

What type of aircraft flies from Dunhuang to Lanzhou?

At 1h 30m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Dunhuang to Lanzhou?

Roughly 101 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 505 km.

Is the return flight from Lanzhou to Dunhuang 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 Dunhuang to Lanzhou?

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 Dunhuang Airport for this flight?

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