Direct (nonstop) flights from Shache to Lanzhou

1 airline flys nonstop from Shache Airport (QSZ) to Lanzhou Zhongchuan International Airport (LHW). It's 1,461 miles (2,352 km), about 3h 10m in the air. Operated by Chengdu Airlines.

QSZ
Shache Airport
🇨🇳 Shache, China
LHW
Lanzhou Zhongchuan International Airport
🇨🇳 Lanzhou, China
Flight Time
3h 10m
Distance
1,461 mi
2,352 km
CO₂/pax
247 kg
−46 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Chengdu Airlines
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Chengdu Airlines Chengdu Airlines

Route data last updated: May 30, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Chengdu Airlines EU Chengdu Airlines
Route
QSZ → LHW
Flight Time
3h 10m
Distance
1,461 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Shache to Lanzhou with one stop · direct emits 247 kg CO₂ per passenger

QSZ KRL (Korla) LHW
Leg 1: 1h 35m (535 mi) Leg 2: 2h 30m (1,001 mi) Total: ~4h 5m 🍃 293 kg CO₂ (+19% vs. direct)
Leg 1
QSZ → KRL
1h 35m · 535 mi
View QSZ to KRL flights →
Leg 2
KRL → LHW
2h 30m · 1,001 mi
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QSZ ACF (Alaer) LHW
Leg 1: 1h (271 mi) Leg 2: 3h 5m (1,238 mi) Total: ~4h 5m 🍃 284 kg CO₂ (+15% vs. direct)
Leg 1
QSZ → ACF
1h · 271 mi
View QSZ to ACF flights →
Leg 2
ACF → LHW
3h 5m · 1,238 mi
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QSZ HTN (Hotan) LHW
Leg 1: 1h (175 mi) Leg 2: 3h 15m (1,314 mi) Total: ~4h 15m 🍃 279 kg CO₂ (+13% vs. direct)
Leg 1
QSZ → HTN
1h · 175 mi
View QSZ to HTN flights →
Leg 2
HTN → LHW
3h 15m · 1,314 mi
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QSZ KHG (Kashi) LHW
Leg 1: 48m (105 mi) Leg 2: 3h 30m (1,514 mi) Total: ~4h 18m 🍃 300 kg CO₂ (+21% vs. direct)
Leg 1
QSZ → KHG
48m · 105 mi
View QSZ to KHG flights →
Leg 2
KHG → LHW
3h 30m · 1,514 mi
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QSZ KCA (Kuqa) LHW
Leg 1: 1h 10m (395 mi) Leg 2: 3h 10m (1,162 mi) Total: ~4h 20m 🍃 294 kg CO₂ (+19% vs. direct)
Leg 1
QSZ → KCA
1h 10m · 395 mi
View QSZ to KCA flights →
Leg 2
KCA → LHW
3h 10m · 1,162 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Shache to Lanzhou?

A nonstop flight from Shache (QSZ) to Lanzhou (LHW) takes approximately 3 hours and 10 minutes. The distance is 1,461 miles (2,352 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Shache to Lanzhou?

Just Chengdu Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Shache to Lanzhou?

Yes. 1 airline: Chengdu Airlines.

How far is Shache from Lanzhou?

The flight distance from Shache to Lanzhou is 1,461 miles (2,352 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 Shache to Lanzhou?

At 3h 10m, 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 Shache to Lanzhou?

Roughly 247 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,235 km.

Is the return flight from Lanzhou to Shache 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 Shache to Lanzhou?

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 Shache Airport for this flight?

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