Direct (nonstop) flights from Chengdu to Dali City

5 airlines fly nonstop from Tianfu International Airport (TFU) to Dali (DLU). It's 408 miles (656 km), about 1h 30m in the air. Operated by Sichuan Airlines, Lucky Air, Air China and others.

TFU
Tianfu International Airport
🇨🇳 Chengdu, China
DLU
Dali
🇨🇳 Dali City, China
Flight Time
1h 30m
Distance
408 mi
656 km
CO₂/pax
75 kg
−50 kg vs. layover
Airlines
5
Sichuan Airlines +4
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Sichuan Airlines Sichuan Airlines Lucky Air Lucky Air Air China Air China China Eastern Airlines China Eastern Airlines Tibet Airlines Tibet Airlines

Route data last updated: May 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Sichuan Airlines 3U Sichuan Airlines
Route
TFU → DLU
Flight Time
1h 30m
Distance
408 mi
Lucky Air 8L Lucky Air
Route
TFU → DLU
Flight Time
1h 30m
Distance
408 mi
Air China CA Air China
Route
TFU → DLU
Flight Time
1h 30m
Distance
408 mi
China Eastern Airlines MU China Eastern Airlines
Route
TFU → DLU
Flight Time
1h 30m
Distance
408 mi
Tibet Airlines TV Tibet Airlines
Route
TFU → DLU
Flight Time
1h 30m
Distance
408 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Chengdu to Dali City with one stop · direct emits 75 kg CO₂ per passenger

TFU KMG (Kunming) DLU
Leg 1: 1h 25m (370 mi) Leg 2: 1h 5m (167 mi) Total: ~2h 30m 🍃 125 kg CO₂ (+67% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TFU → KMG
1h 25m · 370 mi
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Leg 2
KMG → DLU
1h 5m · 167 mi
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TFU KWE (Guiyang) DLU
Leg 1: 1h 20m (296 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (406 mi) Total: ~2h 50m 🍃 155 kg CO₂ (+107% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TFU → KWE
1h 20m · 296 mi
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Leg 2
KWE → DLU
1h 30m · 406 mi
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TFU JHG (Jinghong) DLU
Leg 1: 1h 50m (618 mi) Leg 2: 1h 5m (254 mi) Total: ~2h 55m 🍃 186 kg CO₂ (+148% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TFU → JHG
1h 50m · 618 mi
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Leg 2
JHG → DLU
1h 5m · 254 mi
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TFU XIY (Xian) DLU
Leg 1: 1h 23m (380 mi) Leg 2: 2h 40m (788 mi) Total: ~4h 3m 🍃 241 kg CO₂ (+221% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TFU → XIY
1h 23m · 380 mi
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Leg 2
XIY → DLU
2h 40m · 788 mi
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TFU WUH (Wuhan) DLU
Leg 1: 1h 50m (583 mi) Leg 2: 2h 45m (917 mi) Total: ~4h 35m 🍃 303 kg CO₂ (+304% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TFU → WUH
1h 50m · 583 mi
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Leg 2
WUH → DLU
2h 45m · 917 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Chengdu to Dali City?

A nonstop flight from Chengdu (TFU) to Dali City (DLU) takes approximately 1 hours and 30 minutes. The distance is 408 miles (656 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Chengdu to Dali City?

5 airlines: Sichuan Airlines, Lucky Air, Air China, China Eastern Airlines, Tibet Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Chengdu to Dali City?

Yes. 5 airlines: Sichuan Airlines, Lucky Air, Air China, China Eastern Airlines, Tibet Airlines.

How far is Chengdu from Dali City?

The flight distance from Chengdu to Dali City is 408 miles (656 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 Chengdu to Dali City?

At 1h 30m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Chengdu to Dali City?

Roughly 75 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 375 km.

Is the return flight from Dali City to Chengdu 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 Chengdu to Dali City?

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 Tianfu International Airport for this flight?

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