Direct (nonstop) flights from Beijing to Lijiang

2 airlines fly nonstop from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Lijiang Sanyi Airport (LJG). It's 1,317 miles (2,119 km), about 3h 55m in the air. Operated by Air China, Loong Air.

PEK
Beijing Capital International Airport
🇨🇳 Beijing, China
LJG
Lijiang Sanyi Airport
🇨🇳 Lijiang, China
Flight Time
3h 55m
Distance
1,317 mi
2,119 km
CO₂/pax
222 kg
−47 kg vs. layover
Airlines
2
Air China +1
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Air China Air China Loong Air Loong Air

Route data last updated: May 26, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Air China CA Air China
Route
PEK → LJG
Flight Time
3h 55m
Distance
1,317 mi
Loong Air GJ Loong Air
Route
PEK → LJG
Flight Time
3h 55m
Distance
1,317 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Beijing to Lijiang with one stop · direct emits 222 kg CO₂ per passenger

PEK MIG (Mian Yang) LJG
Leg 1: 2h 35m (892 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (425 mi) Total: ~4h 5m 🍃 269 kg CO₂ (+21% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PEK → MIG
2h 35m · 892 mi
View PEK to MIG flights →
Leg 2
MIG → LJG
1h 30m · 425 mi
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PEK TFU (Chengdu) LJG
Leg 1: 2h 50m (960 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (357 mi) Total: ~4h 10m 🍃 253 kg CO₂ (+14% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PEK → TFU
2h 50m · 960 mi
View PEK to TFU flights →
Leg 2
TFU → LJG
1h 20m · 357 mi
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PEK YBP (Yibin) LJG
Leg 1: 3h 15m (1,035 mi) Leg 2: 1h (301 mi) Total: ~4h 15m 🍃 256 kg CO₂ (+15% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PEK → YBP
3h 15m · 1,035 mi
View PEK to YBP flights →
Leg 2
YBP → LJG
1h · 301 mi
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PEK DZH (Dazhou) LJG
Leg 1: 2h 30m (807 mi) Leg 2: 1h 50m (529 mi) Total: ~4h 20m 🍃 272 kg CO₂ (+23% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PEK → DZH
2h 30m · 807 mi
View PEK to DZH flights →
Leg 2
DZH → LJG
1h 50m · 529 mi
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PEK TYN (Taiyuan) LJG
Leg 1: 1h 15m (267 mi) Leg 2: 3h 5m (1,051 mi) Total: ~4h 20m 🍃 252 kg CO₂ (+14% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PEK → TYN
1h 15m · 267 mi
View PEK to TYN flights →
Leg 2
TYN → LJG
3h 5m · 1,051 mi
View TYN to LJG flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Beijing to Lijiang?

A nonstop flight from Beijing (PEK) to Lijiang (LJG) takes approximately 3 hours and 55 minutes. The distance is 1,317 miles (2,119 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Beijing to Lijiang?

2 airlines: Air China, Loong Air.

Is there a nonstop flight from Beijing to Lijiang?

Yes. 2 airlines: Air China, Loong Air.

How far is Beijing from Lijiang?

The flight distance from Beijing to Lijiang is 1,317 miles (2,119 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 Lijiang?

At 3h 55m, 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 Lijiang?

Roughly 222 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,110 km.

Is the return flight from Lijiang 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 Lijiang?

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.