Direct (nonstop) flights from Sanya to Chengdu

7 airlines fly nonstop from Phoenix International (SYX) to Tianfu International Airport (TFU). It's 883 miles (1,421 km), about 2h 40m in the air. Operated by Sichuan Airlines, Lucky Air, Air China and others.

SYX
Phoenix International
🇨🇳 Sanya, China
TFU
Tianfu International Airport
🇨🇳 Chengdu, China
Flight Time
2h 40m
Distance
883 mi
1,421 km
CO₂/pax
163 kg
−26 kg vs. layover
Airlines
7
Sichuan Airlines +6
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Sichuan Airlines Sichuan Airlines Lucky Air Lucky Air Air China Air China China Southern Airlines China Southern Airlines Hainan Airlines Hainan Airlines Beijing Capital Airlines Beijing Capital Airlines +1 more

Route data last updated: May 30, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Sichuan Airlines 3U Sichuan Airlines
Route
SYX → TFU
Flight Time
2h 40m
Distance
883 mi
Lucky Air 8L Lucky Air
Route
SYX → TFU
Flight Time
2h 40m
Distance
883 mi
Air China CA Air China
Route
SYX → TFU
Flight Time
2h 40m
Distance
883 mi
China Southern Airlines CZ China Southern Airlines
Route
SYX → TFU
Flight Time
2h 40m
Distance
883 mi
Hainan Airlines HU Hainan Airlines
Route
SYX → TFU
Flight Time
2h 40m
Distance
883 mi
Beijing Capital Airlines JD Beijing Capital Airlines
Route
SYX → TFU
Flight Time
2h 40m
Distance
883 mi
China Eastern Airlines MU China Eastern Airlines
Route
SYX → TFU
Flight Time
2h 40m
Distance
883 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Sanya to Chengdu with one stop · direct emits 163 kg CO₂ per passenger

SYX NNG (Nanning) TFU
Leg 1: 1h 15m (307 mi) Leg 2: 1h 50m (578 mi) Total: ~3h 5m 🍃 189 kg CO₂ (+16% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SYX → NNG
1h 15m · 307 mi
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Leg 2
NNG → TFU
1h 50m · 578 mi
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SYX KWE (Guiyang) TFU
Leg 1: 2h (591 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (296 mi) Total: ~3h 20m 🍃 189 kg CO₂ (+16% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SYX → KWE
2h · 591 mi
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Leg 2
KWE → TFU
1h 20m · 296 mi
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SYX KWL (Guilin) TFU
Leg 1: 1h 35m (477 mi) Leg 2: 1h 45m (490 mi) Total: ~3h 20m 🍃 204 kg CO₂ (+25% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SYX → KWL
1h 35m · 477 mi
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Leg 2
KWL → TFU
1h 45m · 490 mi
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SYX DZH (Dazhou) TFU
Leg 1: 2h 30m (885 mi) Leg 2: 55m (185 mi) Total: ~3h 25m 🍃 223 kg CO₂ (+37% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SYX → DZH
2h 30m · 885 mi
View SYX to DZH flights →
Leg 2
DZH → TFU
55m · 185 mi
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SYX BAR (Qionghai) TFU
Leg 1: 1h (89 mi) Leg 2: 2h 25m (856 mi) Total: ~3h 25m 🍃 200 kg CO₂ (+23% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SYX → BAR
1h · 89 mi
View SYX to BAR flights →
Leg 2
BAR → TFU
2h 25m · 856 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Sanya to Chengdu?

A nonstop flight from Sanya (SYX) to Chengdu (TFU) takes approximately 2 hours and 40 minutes. The distance is 883 miles (1,421 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Sanya to Chengdu?

7 airlines: Sichuan Airlines, Lucky Air, Air China, China Southern Airlines, Hainan Airlines, Beijing Capital Airlines, China Eastern Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Sanya to Chengdu?

Yes. 7 airlines: Sichuan Airlines, Lucky Air, Air China, China Southern Airlines, Hainan Airlines, Beijing Capital Airlines, China Eastern Airlines.

How far is Sanya from Chengdu?

The flight distance from Sanya to Chengdu is 883 miles (1,421 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 Sanya to Chengdu?

At 2h 40m, 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 Chengdu?

Roughly 163 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 815 km.

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

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