Direct (nonstop) flights from Lijiang to Hefei

2 airlines fly nonstop from Lijiang Sanyi Airport (LJG) to Hefei Xinqiao Airport (HFE). It's 1,072 miles (1,725 km), about 2h 30m in the air. Operated by Beijing Capital Airlines, Qingdao Airlines.

LJG
Lijiang Sanyi Airport
🇨🇳 Lijiang, China
HFE
Hefei Xinqiao Airport
🇨🇳 Hefei, China
Flight Time
2h 30m
Distance
1,072 mi
1,725 km
CO₂/pax
181 kg
−52 kg vs. layover
Airlines
2
Beijing Capital Airlines +1
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Beijing Capital Airlines Beijing Capital Airlines Qingdao Airlines Qingdao Airlines

Route data last updated: May 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Beijing Capital Airlines JD Beijing Capital Airlines
Route
LJG → HFE
Flight Time
2h 30m
Distance
1,072 mi
Qingdao Airlines QW Qingdao Airlines
Route
LJG → HFE
Flight Time
2h 30m
Distance
1,072 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Lijiang to Hefei with one stop · direct emits 181 kg CO₂ per passenger

LJG KWE (Guiyang) HFE
Leg 1: 1h 20m (405 mi) Leg 2: 1h 55m (720 mi) Total: ~3h 15m 🍃 233 kg CO₂ (+29% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LJG → KWE
1h 20m · 405 mi
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Leg 2
KWE → HFE
1h 55m · 720 mi
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LJG TFU (Chengdu) HFE
Leg 1: 1h 20m (357 mi) Leg 2: 2h 10m (751 mi) Total: ~3h 30m 🍃 230 kg CO₂ (+27% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LJG → TFU
1h 20m · 357 mi
View LJG to TFU flights →
Leg 2
TFU → HFE
2h 10m · 751 mi
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LJG CKG (Chongqing) HFE
Leg 1: 1h 40m (442 mi) Leg 2: 1h 50m (633 mi) Total: ~3h 30m 🍃 224 kg CO₂ (+24% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LJG → CKG
1h 40m · 442 mi
View LJG to CKG flights →
Leg 2
CKG → HFE
1h 50m · 633 mi
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LJG KMG (Kunming) HFE
Leg 1: 1h 10m (199 mi) Leg 2: 2h 20m (976 mi) Total: ~3h 30m 🍃 227 kg CO₂ (+25% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LJG → KMG
1h 10m · 199 mi
View LJG to KMG flights →
Leg 2
KMG → HFE
2h 20m · 976 mi
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LJG LUM (Mangshi) HFE
Leg 1: 55m (190 mi) Leg 2: 2h 35m (1,238 mi) Total: ~3h 30m 🍃 269 kg CO₂ (+49% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LJG → LUM
55m · 190 mi
View LJG to LUM flights →
Leg 2
LUM → HFE
2h 35m · 1,238 mi
View LUM to HFE flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Lijiang to Hefei?

A nonstop flight from Lijiang (LJG) to Hefei (HFE) takes approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes. The distance is 1,072 miles (1,725 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Lijiang to Hefei?

2 airlines: Beijing Capital Airlines, Qingdao Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Lijiang to Hefei?

Yes. 2 airlines: Beijing Capital Airlines, Qingdao Airlines.

How far is Lijiang from Hefei?

The flight distance from Lijiang to Hefei is 1,072 miles (1,725 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Miami.

What type of aircraft flies from Lijiang to Hefei?

At 2h 30m, 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 Lijiang to Hefei?

Roughly 181 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 905 km.

Is the return flight from Hefei 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 Hefei?

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.