Direct (nonstop) flights from Sanming to Chengdu

1 airline flys nonstop from Sanming Shaxian Airport (SQJ) to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU). It's 890 miles (1,433 km), about 3h in the air. Operated by Tibet Airlines.

SQJ
Sanming Shaxian Airport
🇨🇳 Sanming, China
CTU
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport
🇨🇳 Chengdu, China
Flight Time
3h
Distance
890 mi
1,433 km
CO₂/pax
165 kg
−65 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Tibet Airlines
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Tibet Airlines Tibet Airlines

Route data last updated: May 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Tibet Airlines TV Tibet Airlines
Route
SQJ → CTU
Flight Time
3h
Distance
890 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Sanming to Chengdu with one stop · direct emits 165 kg CO₂ per passenger

SQJ CAN (Guangzhou) CTU
Leg 1: 1h 35m (353 mi) Leg 2: 2h 30m (759 mi) Total: ~4h 5m 🍃 230 kg CO₂ (+39% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SQJ → CAN
1h 35m · 353 mi
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Leg 2
CAN → CTU
2h 30m · 759 mi
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SQJ KMG (Kunming) CTU
Leg 1: 3h (933 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (382 mi) Total: ~4h 30m 🍃 254 kg CO₂ (+54% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SQJ → KMG
3h · 933 mi
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Leg 2
KMG → CTU
1h 30m · 382 mi
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SQJ SHA (Shanghai) CTU
Leg 1: 1h 50m (391 mi) Leg 2: 3h 20m (1,032 mi) Total: ~5h 10m 🍃 271 kg CO₂ (+64% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SQJ → SHA
1h 50m · 391 mi
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Leg 2
SHA → CTU
3h 20m · 1,032 mi
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SQJ TAO (Qingdao) CTU
Leg 1: 2h 23m (697 mi) Leg 2: 3h 10m (1,012 mi) Total: ~5h 33m 🍃 325 kg CO₂ (+97% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SQJ → TAO
2h 23m · 697 mi
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Leg 2
TAO → CTU
3h 10m · 1,012 mi
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SQJ PKX (Beijing) CTU
Leg 1: 2h 38m (905 mi) Leg 2: 3h 5m (935 mi) Total: ~5h 43m 🍃 351 kg CO₂ (+113% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SQJ → PKX
2h 38m · 905 mi
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Leg 2
PKX → CTU
3h 5m · 935 mi
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CTU → SQJ: Flights from Chengdu to Sanming

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Sanming to Chengdu?

A nonstop flight from Sanming (SQJ) to Chengdu (CTU) takes approximately 3 hours. The distance is 890 miles (1,433 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Sanming to Chengdu?

Just Tibet Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Sanming to Chengdu?

Yes. 1 airline: Tibet Airlines.

How far is Sanming from Chengdu?

The flight distance from Sanming to Chengdu is 890 miles (1,433 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as London to Madrid.

What type of aircraft flies from Sanming to Chengdu?

At 3h, 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 Sanming to Chengdu?

Roughly 165 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 825 km.

Is the return flight from Chengdu to Sanming 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 Sanming 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 Sanming Shaxian Airport for this flight?

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