Direct (nonstop) flights from Qitai to Lanzhou

1 airline flys nonstop from Jiangbulake Airport (JBK) to Lanzhou Zhongchuan International Airport (LHW). It's 909 miles (1,463 km), about 2h 23m in the air. Operated by Chengdu Airlines.

JBK
Jiangbulake Airport
🇨🇳 Qitai, China
LHW
Lanzhou Zhongchuan International Airport
🇨🇳 Lanzhou, China
Flight Time
2h 23m
Distance
909 mi
1,463 km
CO₂/pax
168 kg
−25 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Chengdu Airlines
Time Diff
+2h
Operated by Chengdu Airlines Chengdu Airlines

Route data last updated: May 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Chengdu Airlines EU Chengdu Airlines
Route
JBK → LHW
Flight Time
2h 23m
Distance
909 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Qitai to Lanzhou with one stop · direct emits 168 kg CO₂ per passenger

JBK HMI (Hami) LHW
Leg 1: 55m (212 mi) Leg 2: 2h 8m (700 mi) Total: ~3h 3m 🍃 193 kg CO₂ (+15% vs. direct)
Leg 1
JBK → HMI
55m · 212 mi
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Leg 2
HMI → LHW
2h 8m · 700 mi
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JBK KRL (Korla) LHW
Leg 1: 1h 5m (247 mi) Leg 2: 2h 30m (1,001 mi) Total: ~3h 35m 🍃 240 kg CO₂ (+43% vs. direct)
Leg 1
JBK → KRL
1h 5m · 247 mi
View JBK to KRL flights →
Leg 2
KRL → LHW
2h 30m · 1,001 mi
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JBK AAT (Altay) LHW
Leg 1: 55m (257 mi) Leg 2: 3h 10m (1,109 mi) Total: ~4h 5m 🍃 260 kg CO₂ (+55% vs. direct)
Leg 1
JBK → AAT
55m · 257 mi
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Leg 2
AAT → LHW
3h 10m · 1,109 mi
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JBK YIN (Yining) LHW
Leg 1: 1h 30m (409 mi) Leg 2: 3h 5m (1,280 mi) Total: ~4h 35m 🍃 317 kg CO₂ (+89% vs. direct)
Leg 1
JBK → YIN
1h 30m · 409 mi
View JBK to YIN flights →
Leg 2
YIN → LHW
3h 5m · 1,280 mi
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JBK KCA (Kuqa) LHW
Leg 1: 1h 30m (373 mi) Leg 2: 3h 10m (1,162 mi) Total: ~4h 40m 🍃 290 kg CO₂ (+73% vs. direct)
Leg 1
JBK → KCA
1h 30m · 373 mi
View JBK to KCA flights →
Leg 2
KCA → LHW
3h 10m · 1,162 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Qitai to Lanzhou?

A nonstop flight from Qitai (JBK) to Lanzhou (LHW) takes approximately 2 hours and 23 minutes. The distance is 909 miles (1,463 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Qitai to Lanzhou?

Just Chengdu Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Qitai to Lanzhou?

Yes. 1 airline: Chengdu Airlines.

How far is Qitai from Lanzhou?

The flight distance from Qitai to Lanzhou is 909 miles (1,463 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 Qitai to Lanzhou?

At 2h 23m, 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 Qitai to Lanzhou?

Roughly 168 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 840 km.

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

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. For long-haul, booking 2-3 months out tends to help. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Jiangbulake Airport for this flight?

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