Direct (nonstop) flights from Shenzhen to Chengdu

7 airlines fly nonstop from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) to Tianfu International Airport (TFU). It's 784 miles (1,262 km), about 2h 35m in the air. Operated by Sichuan Airlines, Air China, China Southern Airlines and others.

SZX
Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport
🇨🇳 Shenzhen, China
TFU
Tianfu International Airport
🇨🇳 Chengdu, China
Flight Time
2h 35m
Distance
784 mi
1,262 km
CO₂/pax
145 kg
−43 kg vs. layover
Airlines
7
Sichuan Airlines +6
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Sichuan Airlines Sichuan Airlines Air China Air China China Southern Airlines China Southern Airlines Donghai Airlines Donghai Airlines Colorful GuiZhou Airlines Colorful GuiZhou Airlines Hainan Airlines Hainan Airlines +1 more

Route data last updated: May 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Sichuan Airlines 3U Sichuan Airlines
Route
SZX → TFU
Flight Time
2h 35m
Distance
784 mi
Air China CA Air China
Route
SZX → TFU
Flight Time
2h 35m
Distance
784 mi
China Southern Airlines CZ China Southern Airlines
Route
SZX → TFU
Flight Time
2h 35m
Distance
784 mi
Donghai Airlines DZ Donghai Airlines
Route
SZX → TFU
Flight Time
2h 35m
Distance
784 mi
Colorful GuiZhou Airlines GY Colorful GuiZhou Airlines
Route
SZX → TFU
Flight Time
2h 35m
Distance
784 mi
Hainan Airlines HU Hainan Airlines
Route
SZX → TFU
Flight Time
2h 35m
Distance
784 mi
China Eastern Airlines MU China Eastern Airlines
Route
SZX → TFU
Flight Time
2h 35m
Distance
784 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Shenzhen to Chengdu with one stop · direct emits 145 kg CO₂ per passenger

SZX DZH (Dazhou) TFU
Leg 1: 2h 20m (700 mi) Leg 2: 55m (185 mi) Total: ~3h 15m 🍃 188 kg CO₂ (+30% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SZX → DZH
2h 20m · 700 mi
View SZX to DZH flights →
Leg 2
DZH → TFU
55m · 185 mi
View DZH to TFU flights →
SZX KWE (Guiyang) TFU
Leg 1: 2h (516 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (296 mi) Total: ~3h 20m 🍃 176 kg CO₂ (+21% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SZX → KWE
2h · 516 mi
View SZX to KWE flights →
Leg 2
KWE → TFU
1h 20m · 296 mi
View KWE to TFU flights →
SZX YLX (Yulin) TFU
Leg 1: 1h 15m (236 mi) Leg 2: 2h 5m (646 mi) Total: ~3h 20m 🍃 189 kg CO₂ (+30% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SZX → YLX
1h 15m · 236 mi
View SZX to YLX flights →
Leg 2
YLX → TFU
2h 5m · 646 mi
View YLX to TFU flights →
SZX NNG (Nanning) TFU
Leg 1: 1h 35m (360 mi) Leg 2: 1h 50m (578 mi) Total: ~3h 25m 🍃 199 kg CO₂ (+37% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SZX → NNG
1h 35m · 360 mi
View SZX to NNG flights →
Leg 2
NNG → TFU
1h 50m · 578 mi
View NNG to TFU flights →
SZX XIC (Xichang) TFU
Leg 1: 2h 20m (814 mi) Leg 2: 1h 5m (210 mi) Total: ~3h 25m 🍃 215 kg CO₂ (+48% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SZX → XIC
2h 20m · 814 mi
View SZX to XIC flights →
Leg 2
XIC → TFU
1h 5m · 210 mi
View XIC to TFU flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Shenzhen to Chengdu?

A nonstop flight from Shenzhen (SZX) to Chengdu (TFU) takes approximately 2 hours and 35 minutes. The distance is 784 miles (1,262 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Shenzhen to Chengdu?

7 airlines: Sichuan Airlines, Air China, China Southern Airlines, Donghai Airlines, Colorful GuiZhou Airlines, Hainan Airlines, China Eastern Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Shenzhen to Chengdu?

Yes. 7 airlines: Sichuan Airlines, Air China, China Southern Airlines, Donghai Airlines, Colorful GuiZhou Airlines, Hainan Airlines, China Eastern Airlines.

How far is Shenzhen from Chengdu?

The flight distance from Shenzhen to Chengdu is 784 miles (1,262 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 Shenzhen to Chengdu?

At 2h 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 Shenzhen to Chengdu?

Roughly 145 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 725 km.

Is the return flight from Chengdu to Shenzhen 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 Shenzhen 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 Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport for this flight?

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