Direct (nonstop) flights from Chengdu to Tengchong

3 airlines fly nonstop from Tianfu International Airport (TFU) to Tengchong Tuofeng Airport (TCZ). It's 519 miles (836 km), about 1h 55m in the air. Operated by Sichuan Airlines, Kunming Airlines, China Eastern Airlines.

TFU
Tianfu International Airport
🇨🇳 Chengdu, China
TCZ
Tengchong Tuofeng Airport
🇨🇳 Tengchong, China
Flight Time
1h 55m
Distance
519 mi
836 km
CO₂/pax
96 kg
−50 kg vs. layover
Airlines
3
Sichuan Airlines +2
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Sichuan Airlines Sichuan Airlines Kunming Airlines Kunming Airlines China Eastern Airlines China Eastern Airlines

Route data last updated: May 21, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Sichuan Airlines 3U Sichuan Airlines
Route
TFU → TCZ
Flight Time
1h 55m
Distance
519 mi
Kunming Airlines KY Kunming Airlines
Route
TFU → TCZ
Flight Time
1h 55m
Distance
519 mi
China Eastern Airlines MU China Eastern Airlines
Route
TFU → TCZ
Flight Time
1h 55m
Distance
519 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Chengdu to Tengchong with one stop · direct emits 96 kg CO₂ per passenger

TFU KMG (Kunming) TCZ
Leg 1: 1h 25m (370 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (279 mi) Total: ~2h 40m 🍃 146 kg CO₂ (+52% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TFU → KMG
1h 25m · 370 mi
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Leg 2
KMG → TCZ
1h 15m · 279 mi
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TFU JHG (Jinghong) TCZ
Leg 1: 1h 50m (618 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (250 mi) Total: ~3h 5m 🍃 185 kg CO₂ (+93% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TFU → JHG
1h 50m · 618 mi
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Leg 2
JHG → TCZ
1h 15m · 250 mi
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TFU XIY (Xian) TCZ
Leg 1: 1h 23m (380 mi) Leg 2: 3h 5m (899 mi) Total: ~4h 28m 🍃 261 kg CO₂ (+172% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TFU → XIY
1h 23m · 380 mi
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Leg 2
XIY → TCZ
3h 5m · 899 mi
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TFU CSX (Changsha) TCZ
Leg 1: 1h 55m (549 mi) Leg 2: 2h 43m (938 mi) Total: ~4h 38m 🍃 286 kg CO₂ (+198% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TFU → CSX
1h 55m · 549 mi
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Leg 2
CSX → TCZ
2h 43m · 938 mi
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TFU WUH (Wuhan) TCZ
Leg 1: 1h 50m (583 mi) Leg 2: 3h 10m (1,042 mi) Total: ~5h 🍃 309 kg CO₂ (+222% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TFU → WUH
1h 50m · 583 mi
View TFU to WUH flights →
Leg 2
WUH → TCZ
3h 10m · 1,042 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Chengdu to Tengchong?

A nonstop flight from Chengdu (TFU) to Tengchong (TCZ) takes approximately 1 hours and 55 minutes. The distance is 519 miles (836 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Chengdu to Tengchong?

3 airlines: Sichuan Airlines, Kunming Airlines, China Eastern Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Chengdu to Tengchong?

Yes. 3 airlines: Sichuan Airlines, Kunming Airlines, China Eastern Airlines.

How far is Chengdu from Tengchong?

The flight distance from Chengdu to Tengchong is 519 miles (836 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance.

What type of aircraft flies from Chengdu to Tengchong?

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 Tengchong?

Roughly 96 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 480 km.

Is the return flight from Tengchong 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 Tengchong?

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.