Direct (nonstop) flights from Chengdu to Yinchuan

4 airlines fly nonstop from Tianfu International Airport (TFU) to Yinchuan Hedong International Airport (INC). It's 563 miles (906 km), about 1h 55m in the air. Operated by Sichuan Airlines, Air China, Loong Air and others.

TFU
Tianfu International Airport
🇨🇳 Chengdu, China
INC
Yinchuan Hedong International Airport
🇨🇳 Yinchuan, China
Flight Time
1h 55m
Distance
563 mi
906 km
CO₂/pax
104 kg
−46 kg vs. layover
Airlines
4
Sichuan Airlines +3
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Sichuan Airlines Sichuan Airlines Air China Air China Loong Air Loong Air China Eastern Airlines China Eastern Airlines

Route data last updated: May 30, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Sichuan Airlines 3U Sichuan Airlines
Route
TFU → INC
Flight Time
1h 55m
Distance
563 mi
Air China CA Air China
Route
TFU → INC
Flight Time
1h 55m
Distance
563 mi
Loong Air GJ Loong Air
Route
TFU → INC
Flight Time
1h 55m
Distance
563 mi
China Eastern Airlines MU China Eastern Airlines
Route
TFU → INC
Flight Time
1h 55m
Distance
563 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Chengdu to Yinchuan with one stop · direct emits 104 kg CO₂ per passenger

TFU XIY (Xian) INC
Leg 1: 1h 23m (380 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (298 mi) Total: ~2h 43m 🍃 150 kg CO₂ (+44% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TFU → XIY
1h 23m · 380 mi
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Leg 2
XIY → INC
1h 20m · 298 mi
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TFU XNN (Xining) INC
Leg 1: 1h 40m (450 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (269 mi) Total: ~2h 50m 🍃 158 kg CO₂ (+52% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TFU → XNN
1h 40m · 450 mi
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Leg 2
XNN → INC
1h 10m · 269 mi
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TFU UYN (Yulin) INC
Leg 1: 2h (628 mi) Leg 2: 1h (174 mi) Total: ~3h 🍃 173 kg CO₂ (+66% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TFU → UYN
2h · 628 mi
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Leg 2
UYN → INC
1h · 174 mi
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TFU ENH (Enshi) INC
Leg 1: 1h 10m (301 mi) Leg 2: 1h 50m (578 mi) Total: ~3h 🍃 188 kg CO₂ (+81% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TFU → ENH
1h 10m · 301 mi
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Leg 2
ENH → INC
1h 50m · 578 mi
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TFU TYN (Taiyuan) INC
Leg 1: 2h (695 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (342 mi) Total: ~3h 30m 🍃 217 kg CO₂ (+109% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TFU → TYN
2h · 695 mi
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Leg 2
TYN → INC
1h 30m · 342 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Chengdu to Yinchuan?

A nonstop flight from Chengdu (TFU) to Yinchuan (INC) takes approximately 1 hours and 55 minutes. The distance is 563 miles (906 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Chengdu to Yinchuan?

4 airlines: Sichuan Airlines, Air China, Loong Air, China Eastern Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Chengdu to Yinchuan?

Yes. 4 airlines: Sichuan Airlines, Air China, Loong Air, China Eastern Airlines.

How far is Chengdu from Yinchuan?

The flight distance from Chengdu to Yinchuan is 563 miles (906 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance.

What type of aircraft flies from Chengdu to Yinchuan?

At 1h 55m, 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 Yinchuan?

Roughly 104 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 520 km.

Is the return flight from Yinchuan 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 Yinchuan?

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.