Direct (nonstop) flights from Yinchuan to Chengdu

1 airline flys nonstop from Yinchuan Hedong International Airport (INC) to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU). It's 551 miles (887 km), about 2h in the air. Operated by Air China.

INC
Yinchuan Hedong International Airport
🇨🇳 Yinchuan, China
CTU
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport
🇨🇳 Chengdu, China
Flight Time
2h
Distance
551 mi
887 km
CO₂/pax
102 kg
−26 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Air China
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Air China Air China

Route data last updated: May 31, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Air China CA Air China
Route
INC → CTU
Flight Time
2h
Distance
551 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Yinchuan to Chengdu with one stop · direct emits 102 kg CO₂ per passenger

INC GYU (Guyuan) CTU
Leg 1: 1h 5m (155 mi) Leg 2: 1h 35m (400 mi) Total: ~2h 40m 🍃 128 kg CO₂ (+25% vs. direct)
Leg 1
INC → GYU
1h 5m · 155 mi
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Leg 2
GYU → CTU
1h 35m · 400 mi
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INC XNN (Xining) CTU
Leg 1: 1h 10m (269 mi) Leg 2: 1h 35m (424 mi) Total: ~2h 45m 🍃 154 kg CO₂ (+51% vs. direct)
Leg 1
INC → XNN
1h 10m · 269 mi
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Leg 2
XNN → CTU
1h 35m · 424 mi
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INC TYN (Taiyuan) CTU
Leg 1: 1h 25m (342 mi) Leg 2: 2h 20m (700 mi) Total: ~3h 45m 🍃 217 kg CO₂ (+113% vs. direct)
Leg 1
INC → TYN
1h 25m · 342 mi
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Leg 2
TYN → CTU
2h 20m · 700 mi
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INC YIH (Yichang) CTU
Leg 1: 2h 5m (609 mi) Leg 2: 1h 40m (448 mi) Total: ~3h 45m 🍃 221 kg CO₂ (+117% vs. direct)
Leg 1
INC → YIH
2h 5m · 609 mi
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Leg 2
YIH → CTU
1h 40m · 448 mi
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INC HET (Hohhot) CTU
Leg 1: 1h 20m (338 mi) Leg 2: 2h 28m (834 mi) Total: ~3h 48m 🍃 242 kg CO₂ (+137% vs. direct)
Leg 1
INC → HET
1h 20m · 338 mi
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Leg 2
HET → CTU
2h 28m · 834 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Yinchuan to Chengdu?

A nonstop flight from Yinchuan (INC) to Chengdu (CTU) takes approximately 2 hours. The distance is 551 miles (887 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Yinchuan to Chengdu?

Just Air China.

Is there a nonstop flight from Yinchuan to Chengdu?

Yes. 1 airline: Air China.

How far is Yinchuan from Chengdu?

The flight distance from Yinchuan to Chengdu is 551 miles (887 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance.

What type of aircraft flies from Yinchuan to Chengdu?

At 2h, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

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

Roughly 102 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 510 km.

Is the return flight from Chengdu to Yinchuan 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 Yinchuan 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 Yinchuan Hedong International Airport for this flight?

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