Direct (nonstop) flights from Beijing to Dali City

1 airline flys nonstop from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Dali (DLU). It's 1,368 miles (2,201 km), about 4h 5m in the air. Operated by Air China.

PEK
Beijing Capital International Airport
🇨🇳 Beijing, China
DLU
Dali
🇨🇳 Dali City, China
Flight Time
4h 5m
Distance
1,368 mi
2,201 km
CO₂/pax
231 kg
−48 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Air China
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Air China Air China

Route data last updated: May 24, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Air China CA Air China
Route
PEK → DLU
Flight Time
4h 5m
Distance
1,368 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Beijing to Dali City with one stop · direct emits 231 kg CO₂ per passenger

PEK MIG (Mian Yang) DLU
Leg 1: 2h 35m (892 mi) Leg 2: 1h 28m (480 mi) Total: ~4h 3m 🍃 279 kg CO₂ (+21% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PEK → MIG
2h 35m · 892 mi
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Leg 2
MIG → DLU
1h 28m · 480 mi
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PEK GYS (Guangyuan) DLU
Leg 1: 2h 35m (805 mi) Leg 2: 1h 40m (566 mi) Total: ~4h 15m 🍃 279 kg CO₂ (+21% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PEK → GYS
2h 35m · 805 mi
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Leg 2
GYS → DLU
1h 40m · 566 mi
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PEK TFU (Chengdu) DLU
Leg 1: 2h 50m (960 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (408 mi) Total: ~4h 20m 🍃 262 kg CO₂ (+13% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PEK → TFU
2h 50m · 960 mi
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Leg 2
TFU → DLU
1h 30m · 408 mi
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PEK CGO (Zhengzhou) DLU
Leg 1: 1h 45m (411 mi) Leg 2: 2h 40m (1,013 mi) Total: ~4h 25m 🍃 272 kg CO₂ (+18% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PEK → CGO
1h 45m · 411 mi
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Leg 2
CGO → DLU
2h 40m · 1,013 mi
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PEK CTU (Chengdu) DLU
Leg 1: 3h (966 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (405 mi) Total: ~4h 30m 🍃 263 kg CO₂ (+14% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PEK → CTU
3h · 966 mi
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Leg 2
CTU → DLU
1h 30m · 405 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Beijing to Dali City?

A nonstop flight from Beijing (PEK) to Dali City (DLU) takes approximately 4 hours and 5 minutes. The distance is 1,368 miles (2,201 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Beijing to Dali City?

Just Air China.

Is there a nonstop flight from Beijing to Dali City?

Yes. 1 airline: Air China.

How far is Beijing from Dali City?

The flight distance from Beijing to Dali City is 1,368 miles (2,201 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 Beijing to Dali City?

At 4h 5m, 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 Beijing to Dali City?

Roughly 231 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,155 km.

Is the return flight from Dali City to Beijing 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 Beijing to Dali City?

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 Beijing Capital International Airport for this flight?

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