Direct (nonstop) flights from Beijing to Chengdu

4 airlines fly nonstop from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Tianfu International Airport (TFU). It's 960 miles (1,545 km), about 2h 50m in the air. Operated by Sichuan Airlines, Air China, Hainan Airlines and others.

PEK
Beijing Capital International Airport
🇨🇳 Beijing, China
TFU
Tianfu International Airport
🇨🇳 Chengdu, China
Flight Time
2h 50m
Distance
960 mi
1,545 km
CO₂/pax
162 kg
−46 kg vs. layover
Airlines
4
Sichuan Airlines +3
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Sichuan Airlines Sichuan Airlines Air China Air China Hainan Airlines Hainan Airlines Shenzhen Airlines Shenzhen Airlines

Route data last updated: May 26, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Sichuan Airlines 3U Sichuan Airlines
Route
PEK → TFU
Flight Time
2h 50m
Distance
960 mi
Air China CA Air China
Route
PEK → TFU
Flight Time
2h 50m
Distance
960 mi
Hainan Airlines HU Hainan Airlines
Route
PEK → TFU
Flight Time
2h 50m
Distance
960 mi
Shenzhen Airlines ZH Shenzhen Airlines
Route
PEK → TFU
Flight Time
2h 50m
Distance
960 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Beijing to Chengdu with one stop · direct emits 162 kg CO₂ per passenger

PEK DZH (Dazhou) TFU
Leg 1: 2h 30m (807 mi) Leg 2: 55m (185 mi) Total: ~3h 25m 🍃 208 kg CO₂ (+28% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PEK → DZH
2h 30m · 807 mi
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Leg 2
DZH → TFU
55m · 185 mi
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PEK LLV (Luliang) TFU
Leg 1: 1h 25m (336 mi) Leg 2: 2h (636 mi) Total: ~3h 25m 🍃 205 kg CO₂ (+27% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PEK → LLV
1h 25m · 336 mi
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Leg 2
LLV → TFU
2h · 636 mi
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PEK CIH (Changzhi) TFU
Leg 1: 1h 25m (324 mi) Leg 2: 2h 3m (647 mi) Total: ~3h 28m 🍃 205 kg CO₂ (+27% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PEK → CIH
1h 25m · 324 mi
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Leg 2
CIH → TFU
2h 3m · 647 mi
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PEK LFQ (Qiaoli) TFU
Leg 1: 1h 33m (393 mi) Leg 2: 2h (568 mi) Total: ~3h 33m 🍃 203 kg CO₂ (+25% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PEK → LFQ
1h 33m · 393 mi
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Leg 2
LFQ → TFU
2h · 568 mi
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PEK TYN (Taiyuan) TFU
Leg 1: 1h 15m (267 mi) Leg 2: 2h 20m (695 mi) Total: ~3h 35m 🍃 203 kg CO₂ (+25% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PEK → TYN
1h 15m · 267 mi
View PEK to TYN flights →
Leg 2
TYN → TFU
2h 20m · 695 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Beijing to Chengdu?

A nonstop flight from Beijing (PEK) to Chengdu (TFU) takes approximately 2 hours and 50 minutes. The distance is 960 miles (1,545 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Beijing to Chengdu?

4 airlines: Sichuan Airlines, Air China, Hainan Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Beijing to Chengdu?

Yes. 4 airlines: Sichuan Airlines, Air China, Hainan Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines.

How far is Beijing from Chengdu?

The flight distance from Beijing to Chengdu is 960 miles (1,545 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 Chengdu?

At 2h 50m, 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 Chengdu?

Roughly 162 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 810 km.

Is the return flight from Chengdu 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 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 Beijing Capital International Airport for this flight?

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