Direct (nonstop) flights from Handan to Chengdu

1 airline flys nonstop from Handan Airport (HDG) to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU). It's 729 miles (1,173 km), about 2h 10m in the air. Operated by Sichuan Airlines.

HDG
Handan Airport
🇨🇳 Handan, China
CTU
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport
🇨🇳 Chengdu, China
Flight Time
2h 10m
Distance
729 mi
1,173 km
CO₂/pax
135 kg
−105 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Sichuan Airlines
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Sichuan Airlines Sichuan Airlines

Route data last updated: May 26, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Sichuan Airlines 3U Sichuan Airlines
Route
HDG → CTU
Flight Time
2h 10m
Distance
729 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Handan to Chengdu with one stop · direct emits 135 kg CO₂ per passenger

HDG HET (Hohhot) CTU
Leg 1: 1h 20m (330 mi) Leg 2: 2h 28m (834 mi) Total: ~3h 48m 🍃 240 kg CO₂ (+78% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HDG → HET
1h 20m · 330 mi
View HDG to HET flights →
Leg 2
HET → CTU
2h 28m · 834 mi
View HET to CTU flights →
HDG XNN (Xining) CTU
Leg 1: 2h 25m (688 mi) Leg 2: 1h 35m (424 mi) Total: ~4h 🍃 231 kg CO₂ (+71% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HDG → XNN
2h 25m · 688 mi
View HDG to XNN flights →
Leg 2
XNN → CTU
1h 35m · 424 mi
View XNN to CTU flights →
HDG NNG (Nanning) CTU
Leg 1: 2h 40m (1,029 mi) Leg 2: 1h 48m (607 mi) Total: ~4h 28m 🍃 311 kg CO₂ (+130% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HDG → NNG
2h 40m · 1,029 mi
View HDG to NNG flights →
Leg 2
NNG → CTU
1h 48m · 607 mi
View NNG to CTU flights →
HDG DLC (Dalian) CTU
Leg 1: 1h 15m (424 mi) Leg 2: 3h 25m (1,151 mi) Total: ~4h 40m 🍃 298 kg CO₂ (+121% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HDG → DLC
1h 15m · 424 mi
View HDG to DLC flights →
Leg 2
DLC → CTU
3h 25m · 1,151 mi
View DLC to CTU flights →
HDG HGH (Hangzhou) CTU
Leg 1: 1h 55m (555 mi) Leg 2: 3h 10m (983 mi) Total: ~5h 5m 🍃 294 kg CO₂ (+118% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HDG → HGH
1h 55m · 555 mi
View HDG to HGH flights →
Leg 2
HGH → CTU
3h 10m · 983 mi
View HGH to CTU flights →

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CTU → HDG: Flights from Chengdu to Handan

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Handan to Chengdu?

A nonstop flight from Handan (HDG) to Chengdu (CTU) takes approximately 2 hours and 10 minutes. The distance is 729 miles (1,173 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Handan to Chengdu?

Just Sichuan Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Handan to Chengdu?

Yes. 1 airline: Sichuan Airlines.

How far is Handan from Chengdu?

The flight distance from Handan to Chengdu is 729 miles (1,173 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as the length of Italy.

What type of aircraft flies from Handan to Chengdu?

At 2h 10m, 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 Handan to Chengdu?

Roughly 135 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 675 km.

Is the return flight from Chengdu to Handan 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 Handan 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 Handan Airport for this flight?

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