Direct (nonstop) flights from Lincang to Chengdu

1 airline flys nonstop from Lincang Airport (LNJ) to Tianfu International Airport (TFU). It's 528 miles (849 km), about 1h 50m in the air. Operated by China Eastern Airlines.

LNJ
Lincang Airport
🇨🇳 Lincang, China
TFU
Tianfu International Airport
🇨🇳 Chengdu, China
Flight Time
1h 50m
Distance
528 mi
849 km
CO₂/pax
98 kg
−34 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
China Eastern Airlines
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by China Eastern Airlines China Eastern Airlines

Route data last updated: May 30, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

China Eastern Airlines MU China Eastern Airlines
Route
LNJ → TFU
Flight Time
1h 50m
Distance
528 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Lincang to Chengdu with one stop · direct emits 98 kg CO₂ per passenger

LNJ KMG (Kunming) TFU
Leg 1: 1h (205 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (370 mi) Total: ~2h 20m 🍃 132 kg CO₂ (+35% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LNJ → KMG
1h · 205 mi
View LNJ to KMG flights →
Leg 2
KMG → TFU
1h 20m · 370 mi
View KMG to TFU flights →
LNJ PVG (Shanghai) TFU
Leg 1: 3h 20m (1,428 mi) Leg 2: 3h 25m (1,033 mi) Total: ~6h 45m 🍃 441 kg CO₂ (+350% vs. direct)
Leg 1
LNJ → PVG
3h 20m · 1,428 mi
View LNJ to PVG flights →
Leg 2
PVG → TFU
3h 25m · 1,033 mi
View PVG to TFU flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Lincang to Chengdu?

A nonstop flight from Lincang (LNJ) to Chengdu (TFU) takes approximately 1 hours and 50 minutes. The distance is 528 miles (849 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Lincang to Chengdu?

Just China Eastern Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Lincang to Chengdu?

Yes. 1 airline: China Eastern Airlines.

How far is Lincang from Chengdu?

The flight distance from Lincang to Chengdu is 528 miles (849 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance.

What type of aircraft flies from Lincang to Chengdu?

At 1h 50m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Lincang to Chengdu?

Roughly 98 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 490 km.

Is the return flight from Chengdu to Lincang 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 Lincang to Chengdu?

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 Lincang Airport for this flight?

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