Direct (nonstop) flights from Guilin to Sanya

3 airlines fly nonstop from Guilin Liangjiang International Airport (KWL) to Phoenix International (SYX). It's 477 miles (768 km), about 1h 35m in the air. Operated by Sichuan Airlines, Air Guilin, Beijing Capital Airlines.

KWL
Guilin Liangjiang International Airport
🇨🇳 Guilin, China
SYX
Phoenix International
🇨🇳 Sanya, China
Flight Time
1h 35m
Distance
477 mi
768 km
CO₂/pax
88 kg
−71 kg vs. layover
Airlines
3
Sichuan Airlines +2
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Sichuan Airlines Sichuan Airlines Air Guilin Air Guilin Beijing Capital Airlines Beijing Capital Airlines

Route data last updated: May 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Sichuan Airlines 3U Sichuan Airlines
Route
KWL → SYX
Flight Time
1h 35m
Distance
477 mi
Air Guilin GT Air Guilin
Route
KWL → SYX
Flight Time
1h 35m
Distance
477 mi
Beijing Capital Airlines JD Beijing Capital Airlines
Route
KWL → SYX
Flight Time
1h 35m
Distance
477 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Guilin to Sanya with one stop · direct emits 88 kg CO₂ per passenger

KWL HKG (Hong Kong) SYX
Leg 1: 1h 40m (317 mi) Leg 2: 1h 50m (403 mi) Total: ~3h 30m 🍃 159 kg CO₂ (+81% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KWL → HKG
1h 40m · 317 mi
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Leg 2
HKG → SYX
1h 50m · 403 mi
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KWL YIH (Yichang) SYX
Leg 1: 1h 20m (377 mi) Leg 2: 2h 20m (853 mi) Total: ~3h 40m 🍃 253 kg CO₂ (+188% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KWL → YIH
1h 20m · 377 mi
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Leg 2
YIH → SYX
2h 20m · 853 mi
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KWL JJN (Jinjiang) SYX
Leg 1: 1h 35m (536 mi) Leg 2: 2h 10m (740 mi) Total: ~3h 45m 🍃 261 kg CO₂ (+197% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KWL → JJN
1h 35m · 536 mi
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Leg 2
JJN → SYX
2h 10m · 740 mi
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KWL KMG (Kunming) SYX
Leg 1: 1h 40m (446 mi) Leg 2: 2h 5m (626 mi) Total: ~3h 45m 🍃 223 kg CO₂ (+153% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KWL → KMG
1h 40m · 446 mi
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Leg 2
KMG → SYX
2h 5m · 626 mi
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KWL CKG (Chongqing) SYX
Leg 1: 1h 30m (373 mi) Leg 2: 2h 20m (805 mi) Total: ~3h 50m 🍃 243 kg CO₂ (+176% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KWL → CKG
1h 30m · 373 mi
View KWL to CKG flights →
Leg 2
CKG → SYX
2h 20m · 805 mi
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SYX → KWL: Flights from Sanya to Guilin

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Guilin to Sanya?

A nonstop flight from Guilin (KWL) to Sanya (SYX) takes approximately 1 hours and 35 minutes. The distance is 477 miles (768 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Guilin to Sanya?

3 airlines: Sichuan Airlines, Air Guilin, Beijing Capital Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Guilin to Sanya?

Yes. 3 airlines: Sichuan Airlines, Air Guilin, Beijing Capital Airlines.

How far is Guilin from Sanya?

The flight distance from Guilin to Sanya is 477 miles (768 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as Mumbai to Goa.

What type of aircraft flies from Guilin to Sanya?

At 1h 35m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Guilin to Sanya?

Roughly 88 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 440 km.

Is the return flight from Sanya to Guilin 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 Guilin to Sanya?

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 Guilin Liangjiang International Airport for this flight?

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