Direct (nonstop) flights from Lanzhou to Beijing

2 airlines fly nonstop from Lanzhou Zhongchuan International Airport (LHW) to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK). It's 746 miles (1,200 km), about 2h 15m in the air. Operated by Air China, Hainan Airlines.

LHW
Lanzhou Zhongchuan International Airport
🇨🇳 Lanzhou, China
PEK
Beijing Capital International Airport
🇨🇳 Beijing, China
Flight Time
2h 15m
Distance
746 mi
1,200 km
CO₂/pax
138 kg
−29 kg vs. layover
Airlines
2
Air China +1
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Air China Air China Hainan Airlines Hainan Airlines

Route data last updated: May 30, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Air China CA Air China
Route
LHW → PEK
Flight Time
2h 15m
Distance
746 mi
Hainan Airlines HU Hainan Airlines
Route
LHW → PEK
Flight Time
2h 15m
Distance
746 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Lanzhou to Beijing with one stop · direct emits 138 kg CO₂ per passenger

LHW TYN (Taiyuan) PEK
Leg 1: 1h 45m (504 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (267 mi) Total: ~2h 55m 🍃 167 kg CO₂ (+21% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LHW → TYN
1h 45m · 504 mi
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Leg 2
TYN → PEK
1h 10m · 267 mi
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LHW UYN (Yulin) PEK
Leg 1: 1h 20m (352 mi) Leg 2: 1h 40m (393 mi) Total: ~3h 🍃 163 kg CO₂ (+18% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LHW → UYN
1h 20m · 352 mi
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Leg 2
UYN → PEK
1h 40m · 393 mi
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LHW HET (Hohhot) PEK
Leg 1: 1h 55m (534 mi) Leg 2: 1h 25m (257 mi) Total: ~3h 20m 🍃 171 kg CO₂ (+24% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LHW → HET
1h 55m · 534 mi
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Leg 2
HET → PEK
1h 25m · 257 mi
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LHW ENY (Yan'an) PEK
Leg 1: 1h 30m (325 mi) Leg 2: 2h (459 mi) Total: ~3h 30m 🍃 170 kg CO₂ (+23% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LHW → ENY
1h 30m · 325 mi
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Leg 2
ENY → PEK
2h · 459 mi
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LHW WDS (Shiyan) PEK
Leg 1: 1h 38m (495 mi) Leg 2: 2h 5m (605 mi) Total: ~3h 43m 🍃 229 kg CO₂ (+66% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LHW → WDS
1h 38m · 495 mi
View LHW to WDS flights →
Leg 2
WDS → PEK
2h 5m · 605 mi
View WDS to PEK flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Lanzhou to Beijing?

A nonstop flight from Lanzhou (LHW) to Beijing (PEK) takes approximately 2 hours and 15 minutes. The distance is 746 miles (1,200 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Lanzhou to Beijing?

2 airlines: Air China, Hainan Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Lanzhou to Beijing?

Yes. 2 airlines: Air China, Hainan Airlines.

How far is Lanzhou from Beijing?

The flight distance from Lanzhou to Beijing is 746 miles (1,200 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 Lanzhou to Beijing?

At 2h 15m, 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 Beijing?

Roughly 138 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 690 km.

Is the return flight from Beijing 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 Beijing?

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.