Direct (nonstop) flights from Pu'er to Chengdu

2 airlines fly nonstop from Simao Airport (SYM) to Tianfu International Airport (TFU). It's 560 miles (902 km), about 1h 30m in the air. Operated by Sichuan Airlines, Colorful GuiZhou Airlines.

SYM
Simao Airport
🇨🇳 Pu'er, China
TFU
Tianfu International Airport
🇨🇳 Chengdu, China
Flight Time
1h 30m
Distance
560 mi
902 km
CO₂/pax
104 kg
−59 kg vs. layover
Airlines
2
Sichuan Airlines +1
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Sichuan Airlines Sichuan Airlines Colorful GuiZhou Airlines Colorful GuiZhou Airlines

Route data last updated: May 31, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Sichuan Airlines 3U Sichuan Airlines
Route
SYM → TFU
Flight Time
1h 30m
Distance
560 mi
Colorful GuiZhou Airlines GY Colorful GuiZhou Airlines
Route
SYM → TFU
Flight Time
1h 30m
Distance
560 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Pu'er to Chengdu with one stop · direct emits 104 kg CO₂ per passenger

SYM KWE (Guiyang) TFU
Leg 1: 1h 25m (448 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (296 mi) Total: ~2h 45m 🍃 163 kg CO₂ (+57% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SYM → KWE
1h 25m · 448 mi
View SYM to KWE flights →
Leg 2
KWE → TFU
1h 20m · 296 mi
View KWE to TFU flights →
SYM CSX (Changsha) TFU
Leg 1: 2h 13m (850 mi) Leg 2: 2h (549 mi) Total: ~4h 13m 🍃 284 kg CO₂ (+173% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SYM → CSX
2h 13m · 850 mi
View SYM to CSX flights →
Leg 2
CSX → TFU
2h · 549 mi
View CSX to TFU flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Pu'er to Chengdu?

A nonstop flight from Pu'er (SYM) to Chengdu (TFU) takes approximately 1 hours and 30 minutes. The distance is 560 miles (902 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Pu'er to Chengdu?

2 airlines: Sichuan Airlines, Colorful GuiZhou Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Pu'er to Chengdu?

Yes. 2 airlines: Sichuan Airlines, Colorful GuiZhou Airlines.

How far is Pu'er from Chengdu?

The flight distance from Pu'er to Chengdu is 560 miles (902 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance.

What type of aircraft flies from Pu'er to Chengdu?

At 1h 30m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Pu'er to Chengdu?

Roughly 104 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 520 km.

Is the return flight from Chengdu to Pu'er 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 Pu'er 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 Simao Airport for this flight?

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