Direct (nonstop) flights from Chengdu to Beijing

4 airlines fly nonstop from Tianfu International Airport (TFU) to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK). It's 960 miles (1,545 km), about 2h 30m in the air. Operated by Sichuan Airlines, Air China, Hainan Airlines and others.

TFU
Tianfu International Airport
🇨🇳 Chengdu, China
PEK
Beijing Capital International Airport
🇨🇳 Beijing, China
Flight Time
2h 30m
Distance
960 mi
1,545 km
CO₂/pax
162 kg
−43 kg vs. layover
Airlines
4
Sichuan Airlines +3
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Sichuan Airlines Sichuan Airlines Air China Air China Hainan Airlines Hainan Airlines Shenzhen Airlines Shenzhen Airlines

Route data last updated: May 30, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Sichuan Airlines 3U Sichuan Airlines
Route
TFU → PEK
Flight Time
2h 30m
Distance
960 mi
Air China CA Air China
Route
TFU → PEK
Flight Time
2h 30m
Distance
960 mi
Hainan Airlines HU Hainan Airlines
Route
TFU → PEK
Flight Time
2h 30m
Distance
960 mi
Shenzhen Airlines ZH Shenzhen Airlines
Route
TFU → PEK
Flight Time
2h 30m
Distance
960 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Chengdu to Beijing with one stop · direct emits 162 kg CO₂ per passenger

TFU CIH (Changzhi) PEK
Leg 1: 1h 50m (647 mi) Leg 2: 1h 18m (324 mi) Total: ~3h 8m 🍃 205 kg CO₂ (+27% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TFU → CIH
1h 50m · 647 mi
View TFU to CIH flights →
Leg 2
CIH → PEK
1h 18m · 324 mi
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TFU TYN (Taiyuan) PEK
Leg 1: 2h (695 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (267 mi) Total: ~3h 10m 🍃 203 kg CO₂ (+25% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TFU → TYN
2h · 695 mi
View TFU to TYN flights →
Leg 2
TYN → PEK
1h 10m · 267 mi
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TFU DZH (Dazhou) PEK
Leg 1: 1h 5m (185 mi) Leg 2: 2h 15m (807 mi) Total: ~3h 20m 🍃 208 kg CO₂ (+28% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TFU → DZH
1h 5m · 185 mi
View TFU to DZH flights →
Leg 2
DZH → PEK
2h 15m · 807 mi
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TFU DSN (Dongsheng) PEK
Leg 1: 1h 55m (703 mi) Leg 2: 1h 35m (360 mi) Total: ~3h 30m 🍃 222 kg CO₂ (+37% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TFU → DSN
1h 55m · 703 mi
View TFU to DSN flights →
Leg 2
DSN → PEK
1h 35m · 360 mi
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TFU ENY (Yan'an) PEK
Leg 1: 1h 30m (514 mi) Leg 2: 2h (459 mi) Total: ~3h 30m 🍃 205 kg CO₂ (+27% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TFU → ENY
1h 30m · 514 mi
View TFU to ENY flights →
Leg 2
ENY → PEK
2h · 459 mi
View ENY to PEK flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Chengdu to Beijing?

A nonstop flight from Chengdu (TFU) to Beijing (PEK) takes approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes. The distance is 960 miles (1,545 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Chengdu to Beijing?

4 airlines: Sichuan Airlines, Air China, Hainan Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Chengdu to Beijing?

Yes. 4 airlines: Sichuan Airlines, Air China, Hainan Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines.

How far is Chengdu from Beijing?

The flight distance from Chengdu to Beijing is 960 miles (1,545 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 Chengdu to Beijing?

At 2h 30m, 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 Chengdu to Beijing?

Roughly 162 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 810 km.

Is the return flight from Beijing 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 Beijing?

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.