Direct (nonstop) flights from Lanzhou to Changsha

6 airlines fly nonstop from Lanzhou Zhongchuan International Airport (LHW) to Changsha Huanghua Airport (CSX). It's 801 miles (1,289 km), about 2h 25m in the air. Operated by Spring Airlines, Fuzhou Airlines, Hainan Airlines and others.

LHW
Lanzhou Zhongchuan International Airport
🇨🇳 Lanzhou, China
CSX
Changsha Huanghua Airport
🇨🇳 Changsha, China
Flight Time
2h 25m
Distance
801 mi
1,289 km
CO₂/pax
148 kg
−29 kg vs. layover
Airlines
6
Spring Airlines +5
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Spring Airlines Spring Airlines Fuzhou Airlines Fuzhou Airlines Hainan Airlines Hainan Airlines China Eastern Airlines China Eastern Airlines Qingdao Airlines Qingdao Airlines Urumqi Airlines Urumqi Airlines

Route data last updated: May 30, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Spring Airlines 9C Spring Airlines
Route
LHW → CSX
Flight Time
2h 25m
Distance
801 mi
Fuzhou Airlines FU Fuzhou Airlines
Route
LHW → CSX
Flight Time
2h 25m
Distance
801 mi
Hainan Airlines HU Hainan Airlines
Route
LHW → CSX
Flight Time
2h 25m
Distance
801 mi
China Eastern Airlines MU China Eastern Airlines
Route
LHW → CSX
Flight Time
2h 25m
Distance
801 mi
Qingdao Airlines QW Qingdao Airlines
Route
LHW → CSX
Flight Time
2h 25m
Distance
801 mi
Urumqi Airlines UQ Urumqi Airlines
Route
LHW → CSX
Flight Time
2h 25m
Distance
801 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Lanzhou to Changsha with one stop · direct emits 148 kg CO₂ per passenger

LHW WXN (Wanxian) CSX
Leg 1: 1h 45m (481 mi) Leg 2: 1h 28m (339 mi) Total: ~3h 13m 🍃 177 kg CO₂ (+20% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LHW → WXN
1h 45m · 481 mi
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Leg 2
WXN → CSX
1h 28m · 339 mi
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LHW NAO (Nanchong) CSX
Leg 1: 1h 40m (418 mi) Leg 2: 1h 35m (466 mi) Total: ~3h 15m 🍃 188 kg CO₂ (+27% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LHW → NAO
1h 40m · 418 mi
View LHW to NAO flights →
Leg 2
NAO → CSX
1h 35m · 466 mi
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LHW MIG (Mian Yang) CSX
Leg 1: 1h 25m (356 mi) Leg 2: 1h 50m (555 mi) Total: ~3h 15m 🍃 194 kg CO₂ (+31% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LHW → MIG
1h 25m · 356 mi
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Leg 2
MIG → CSX
1h 50m · 555 mi
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LHW LZO (Luzhou) CSX
Leg 1: 1h 40m (526 mi) Leg 2: 1h 40m (474 mi) Total: ~3h 20m 🍃 210 kg CO₂ (+42% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LHW → LZO
1h 40m · 526 mi
View LHW to LZO flights →
Leg 2
LZO → CSX
1h 40m · 474 mi
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LHW AKA (Ankang) CSX
Leg 1: 1h 45m (395 mi) Leg 2: 1h 35m (407 mi) Total: ~3h 20m 🍃 173 kg CO₂ (+17% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LHW → AKA
1h 45m · 395 mi
View LHW to AKA flights →
Leg 2
AKA → CSX
1h 35m · 407 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Lanzhou to Changsha?

A nonstop flight from Lanzhou (LHW) to Changsha (CSX) takes approximately 2 hours and 25 minutes. The distance is 801 miles (1,289 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Lanzhou to Changsha?

6 airlines: Spring Airlines, Fuzhou Airlines, Hainan Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Qingdao Airlines, Urumqi Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Lanzhou to Changsha?

Yes. 6 airlines: Spring Airlines, Fuzhou Airlines, Hainan Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Qingdao Airlines, Urumqi Airlines.

How far is Lanzhou from Changsha?

The flight distance from Lanzhou to Changsha is 801 miles (1,289 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 Lanzhou to Changsha?

At 2h 25m, 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 Lanzhou to Changsha?

Roughly 148 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 740 km.

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

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 Lanzhou Zhongchuan International Airport for this flight?

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