Direct (nonstop) flights from Sanya to Guilin

3 airlines fly nonstop from Phoenix International (SYX) to Guilin Liangjiang International Airport (KWL). It's 477 miles (768 km), about 1h 35m in the air. Operated by Sichuan Airlines, Air Guilin, Beijing Capital Airlines.

SYX
Phoenix International
🇨🇳 Sanya, China
KWL
Guilin Liangjiang International Airport
🇨🇳 Guilin, China
Flight Time
1h 35m
Distance
477 mi
768 km
CO₂/pax
88 kg
−71 kg vs. layover
Airlines
3
Sichuan Airlines +2
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Sichuan Airlines Sichuan Airlines Air Guilin Air Guilin Beijing Capital Airlines Beijing Capital Airlines

Route data last updated: May 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Sichuan Airlines 3U Sichuan Airlines
Route
SYX → KWL
Flight Time
1h 35m
Distance
477 mi
Air Guilin GT Air Guilin
Route
SYX → KWL
Flight Time
1h 35m
Distance
477 mi
Beijing Capital Airlines JD Beijing Capital Airlines
Route
SYX → KWL
Flight Time
1h 35m
Distance
477 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Sanya to Guilin with one stop · direct emits 88 kg CO₂ per passenger

SYX HKG (Hong Kong) KWL
Leg 1: 1h 35m (403 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (317 mi) Total: ~3h 5m 🍃 159 kg CO₂ (+81% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SYX → HKG
1h 35m · 403 mi
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Leg 2
HKG → KWL
1h 30m · 317 mi
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SYX XMN (Xiamen) KWL
Leg 1: 2h (706 mi) Leg 2: 1h 50m (510 mi) Total: ~3h 50m 🍃 250 kg CO₂ (+184% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SYX → XMN
2h · 706 mi
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Leg 2
XMN → KWL
1h 50m · 510 mi
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SYX YIH (Yichang) KWL
Leg 1: 2h 25m (853 mi) Leg 2: 1h 25m (377 mi) Total: ~3h 50m 🍃 253 kg CO₂ (+188% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SYX → YIH
2h 25m · 853 mi
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Leg 2
YIH → KWL
1h 25m · 377 mi
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SYX CKG (Chongqing) KWL
Leg 1: 2h 25m (805 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (373 mi) Total: ~3h 55m 🍃 243 kg CO₂ (+176% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SYX → CKG
2h 25m · 805 mi
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Leg 2
CKG → KWL
1h 30m · 373 mi
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SYX KMG (Kunming) KWL
Leg 1: 2h 20m (626 mi) Leg 2: 1h 35m (446 mi) Total: ~3h 55m 🍃 223 kg CO₂ (+153% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SYX → KMG
2h 20m · 626 mi
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Leg 2
KMG → KWL
1h 35m · 446 mi
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KWL → SYX: Flights from Guilin to Sanya

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Sanya to Guilin?

A nonstop flight from Sanya (SYX) to Guilin (KWL) takes approximately 1 hours and 35 minutes. The distance is 477 miles (768 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Sanya to Guilin?

3 airlines: Sichuan Airlines, Air Guilin, Beijing Capital Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Sanya to Guilin?

Yes. 3 airlines: Sichuan Airlines, Air Guilin, Beijing Capital Airlines.

How far is Sanya from Guilin?

The flight distance from Sanya to Guilin is 477 miles (768 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as Mumbai to Goa.

What type of aircraft flies from Sanya to Guilin?

At 1h 35m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Sanya to Guilin?

Roughly 88 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 440 km.

Is the return flight from Guilin to Sanya 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 Sanya to Guilin?

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 Phoenix International for this flight?

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