Direct (nonstop) flights from Qingdao to Lijiang

1 airline flys nonstop from Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport (TAO) to Lijiang Sanyi Airport (LJG). It's 1,343 miles (2,162 km), about 3h 45m in the air. Operated by China Eastern Airlines.

TAO
Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport
🇨🇳 Qingdao, China
LJG
Lijiang Sanyi Airport
🇨🇳 Lijiang, China
Flight Time
3h 45m
Distance
1,343 mi
2,162 km
CO₂/pax
227 kg
−36 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
China Eastern Airlines
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by China Eastern Airlines China Eastern Airlines

Route data last updated: May 26, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

China Eastern Airlines MU China Eastern Airlines
Route
TAO → LJG
Flight Time
3h 45m
Distance
1,343 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Qingdao to Lijiang with one stop · direct emits 227 kg CO₂ per passenger

TAO MIG (Mian Yang) LJG
Leg 1: 2h 35m (943 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (425 mi) Total: ~4h 5m 🍃 263 kg CO₂ (+16% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TAO → MIG
2h 35m · 943 mi
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Leg 2
MIG → LJG
1h 30m · 425 mi
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TAO NKG (Nanjing) LJG
Leg 1: 1h 15m (326 mi) Leg 2: 3h 10m (1,176 mi) Total: ~4h 25m 🍃 284 kg CO₂ (+25% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TAO → NKG
1h 15m · 326 mi
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Leg 2
NKG → LJG
3h 10m · 1,176 mi
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TAO NAO (Nanchong) LJG
Leg 1: 2h 50m (894 mi) Leg 2: 1h 40m (453 mi) Total: ~4h 30m 🍃 274 kg CO₂ (+21% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TAO → NAO
2h 50m · 894 mi
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Leg 2
NAO → LJG
1h 40m · 453 mi
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TAO TFU (Chengdu) LJG
Leg 1: 3h 15m (994 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (357 mi) Total: ~4h 35m 🍃 259 kg CO₂ (+14% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TAO → TFU
3h 15m · 994 mi
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Leg 2
TFU → LJG
1h 20m · 357 mi
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TAO CTU (Chengdu) LJG
Leg 1: 3h 10m (1,012 mi) Leg 2: 1h 25m (350 mi) Total: ~4h 35m 🍃 261 kg CO₂ (+15% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TAO → CTU
3h 10m · 1,012 mi
View TAO to CTU flights →
Leg 2
CTU → LJG
1h 25m · 350 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Qingdao to Lijiang?

A nonstop flight from Qingdao (TAO) to Lijiang (LJG) takes approximately 3 hours and 45 minutes. The distance is 1,343 miles (2,162 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Qingdao to Lijiang?

Just China Eastern Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Qingdao to Lijiang?

Yes. 1 airline: China Eastern Airlines.

How far is Qingdao from Lijiang?

The flight distance from Qingdao to Lijiang is 1,343 miles (2,162 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 Qingdao to Lijiang?

At 3h 45m, 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 Qingdao to Lijiang?

Roughly 227 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,135 km.

Is the return flight from Lijiang to Qingdao 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 Qingdao to Lijiang?

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 Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport for this flight?

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