Direct (nonstop) flights from Lijiang to Chongqing

4 airlines fly nonstop from Lijiang Sanyi Airport (LJG) to Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport (CKG). It's 442 miles (712 km), about 1h 40m in the air. Operated by Sichuan Airlines, Lucky Air, Beijing Capital Airlines and others.

LJG
Lijiang Sanyi Airport
🇨🇳 Lijiang, China
CKG
Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport
🇨🇳 Chongqing, China
Flight Time
1h 40m
Distance
442 mi
712 km
CO₂/pax
82 kg
−37 kg vs. layover
Airlines
4
Sichuan Airlines +3
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Sichuan Airlines Sichuan Airlines Lucky Air Lucky Air Beijing Capital Airlines Beijing Capital Airlines West Air (China) West Air (China)

Route data last updated: May 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Sichuan Airlines 3U Sichuan Airlines
Route
LJG → CKG
Flight Time
1h 40m
Distance
442 mi
Lucky Air 8L Lucky Air
Route
LJG → CKG
Flight Time
1h 40m
Distance
442 mi
Beijing Capital Airlines JD Beijing Capital Airlines
Route
LJG → CKG
Flight Time
1h 40m
Distance
442 mi
West Air (China) PN West Air (China)
Route
LJG → CKG
Flight Time
1h 40m
Distance
442 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Lijiang to Chongqing with one stop · direct emits 82 kg CO₂ per passenger

LJG WMT (Zunyi) CKG
Leg 1: 1h 30m (390 mi) Leg 2: 45m (121 mi) Total: ~2h 15m 🍃 119 kg CO₂ (+45% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LJG → WMT
1h 30m · 390 mi
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Leg 2
WMT → CKG
45m · 121 mi
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LJG KMG (Kunming) CKG
Leg 1: 1h 10m (199 mi) Leg 2: 1h 35m (391 mi) Total: ~2h 45m 🍃 134 kg CO₂ (+63% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LJG → KMG
1h 10m · 199 mi
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Leg 2
KMG → CKG
1h 35m · 391 mi
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LJG LUM (Mangshi) CKG
Leg 1: 55m (190 mi) Leg 2: 1h 55m (619 mi) Total: ~2h 50m 🍃 175 kg CO₂ (+113% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LJG → LUM
55m · 190 mi
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Leg 2
LUM → CKG
1h 55m · 619 mi
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LJG JHG (Jinghong) CKG
Leg 1: 1h 10m (325 mi) Leg 2: 2h (646 mi) Total: ~3h 10m 🍃 205 kg CO₂ (+150% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LJG → JHG
1h 10m · 325 mi
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Leg 2
JHG → CKG
2h · 646 mi
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LJG NNG (Nanning) CKG
Leg 1: 1h 35m (571 mi) Leg 2: 1h 45m (498 mi) Total: ~3h 20m 🍃 223 kg CO₂ (+172% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LJG → NNG
1h 35m · 571 mi
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Leg 2
NNG → CKG
1h 45m · 498 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Lijiang to Chongqing?

A nonstop flight from Lijiang (LJG) to Chongqing (CKG) takes approximately 1 hours and 40 minutes. The distance is 442 miles (712 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Lijiang to Chongqing?

4 airlines: Sichuan Airlines, Lucky Air, Beijing Capital Airlines, West Air (China).

Is there a nonstop flight from Lijiang to Chongqing?

Yes. 4 airlines: Sichuan Airlines, Lucky Air, Beijing Capital Airlines, West Air (China).

How far is Lijiang from Chongqing?

The flight distance from Lijiang to Chongqing is 442 miles (712 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 Lijiang to Chongqing?

At 1h 40m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Lijiang to Chongqing?

Roughly 82 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 410 km.

Is the return flight from Chongqing to Lijiang 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 Lijiang to Chongqing?

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 Lijiang Sanyi Airport for this flight?

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