Direct (nonstop) flights from Sanya to Lanzhou

1 airline flys nonstop from Phoenix International (SYX) to Lanzhou Zhongchuan International Airport (LHW). It's 1,302 miles (2,095 km), about 3h 35m in the air. Operated by Hainan Airlines.

SYX
Phoenix International
🇨🇳 Sanya, China
LHW
Lanzhou Zhongchuan International Airport
🇨🇳 Lanzhou, China
Flight Time
3h 35m
Distance
1,302 mi
2,095 km
CO₂/pax
220 kg
−50 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Hainan Airlines
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Hainan Airlines Hainan Airlines

Route data last updated: May 26, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Hainan Airlines HU Hainan Airlines
Route
SYX → LHW
Flight Time
3h 35m
Distance
1,302 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Sanya to Lanzhou with one stop · direct emits 220 kg CO₂ per passenger

SYX CTU (Chengdu) LHW
Leg 1: 2h 35m (912 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (409 mi) Total: ~3h 55m 🍃 270 kg CO₂ (+23% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SYX → CTU
2h 35m · 912 mi
View SYX to CTU flights →
Leg 2
CTU → LHW
1h 20m · 409 mi
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SYX NNG (Nanning) LHW
Leg 1: 1h 15m (307 mi) Leg 2: 2h 45m (995 mi) Total: ~4h 🍃 250 kg CO₂ (+14% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SYX → NNG
1h 15m · 307 mi
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Leg 2
NNG → LHW
2h 45m · 995 mi
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SYX KWE (Guiyang) LHW
Leg 1: 2h (591 mi) Leg 2: 2h 10m (711 mi) Total: ~4h 10m 🍃 266 kg CO₂ (+21% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SYX → KWE
2h · 591 mi
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Leg 2
KWE → LHW
2h 10m · 711 mi
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SYX TFU (Chengdu) LHW
Leg 1: 2h 40m (883 mi) Leg 2: 1h 33m (429 mi) Total: ~4h 13m 🍃 267 kg CO₂ (+21% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SYX → TFU
2h 40m · 883 mi
View SYX to TFU flights →
Leg 2
TFU → LHW
1h 33m · 429 mi
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SYX CKG (Chongqing) LHW
Leg 1: 2h 25m (805 mi) Leg 2: 1h 50m (500 mi) Total: ~4h 15m 🍃 266 kg CO₂ (+21% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SYX → CKG
2h 25m · 805 mi
View SYX to CKG flights →
Leg 2
CKG → LHW
1h 50m · 500 mi
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LHW → SYX: Flights from Lanzhou to Sanya

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Sanya to Lanzhou?

A nonstop flight from Sanya (SYX) to Lanzhou (LHW) takes approximately 3 hours and 35 minutes. The distance is 1,302 miles (2,095 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Sanya to Lanzhou?

Just Hainan Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Sanya to Lanzhou?

Yes. 1 airline: Hainan Airlines.

How far is Sanya from Lanzhou?

The flight distance from Sanya to Lanzhou is 1,302 miles (2,095 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 Sanya to Lanzhou?

At 3h 35m, 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 Sanya to Lanzhou?

Roughly 220 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,100 km.

Is the return flight from Lanzhou 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 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 Phoenix International for this flight?

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