Direct (nonstop) flights from Chengdu to Taiyuan

5 airlines fly nonstop from Tianfu International Airport (TFU) to Taiyuan Wusu International Airport (TYN). It's 695 miles (1,118 km), about 2h in the air. Operated by Sichuan Airlines, Air China, Kunming Airlines and others.

TFU
Tianfu International Airport
🇨🇳 Chengdu, China
TYN
Taiyuan Wusu International Airport
🇨🇳 Taiyuan, China
Flight Time
2h
Distance
695 mi
1,118 km
CO₂/pax
129 kg
−52 kg vs. layover
Airlines
5
Sichuan Airlines +4
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Sichuan Airlines Sichuan Airlines Air China Air China Kunming Airlines Kunming Airlines China Eastern Airlines China Eastern Airlines Shenzhen Airlines Shenzhen Airlines

Route data last updated: May 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Sichuan Airlines 3U Sichuan Airlines
Route
TFU → TYN
Flight Time
2h
Distance
695 mi
Air China CA Air China
Route
TFU → TYN
Flight Time
2h
Distance
695 mi
Kunming Airlines KY Kunming Airlines
Route
TFU → TYN
Flight Time
2h
Distance
695 mi
China Eastern Airlines MU China Eastern Airlines
Route
TFU → TYN
Flight Time
2h
Distance
695 mi
Shenzhen Airlines ZH Shenzhen Airlines
Route
TFU → TYN
Flight Time
2h
Distance
695 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Chengdu to Taiyuan with one stop · direct emits 129 kg CO₂ per passenger

TFU ENH (Enshi) TYN
Leg 1: 1h 10m (301 mi) Leg 2: 1h 25m (542 mi) Total: ~2h 35m 🍃 181 kg CO₂ (+40% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TFU → ENH
1h 10m · 301 mi
View TFU to ENH flights →
Leg 2
ENH → TYN
1h 25m · 542 mi
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TFU DSN (Dongsheng) TYN
Leg 1: 1h 55m (703 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (191 mi) Total: ~3h 5m 🍃 190 kg CO₂ (+47% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TFU → DSN
1h 55m · 703 mi
View TFU to DSN flights →
Leg 2
DSN → TYN
1h 10m · 191 mi
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TFU WDS (Shiyan) TYN
Leg 1: 1h 35m (413 mi) Leg 2: 1h 35m (369 mi) Total: ~3h 10m 🍃 169 kg CO₂ (+31% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TFU → WDS
1h 35m · 413 mi
View TFU to WDS flights →
Leg 2
WDS → TYN
1h 35m · 369 mi
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TFU XFN (Xiangyang) TYN
Leg 1: 1h 45m (481 mi) Leg 2: 1h 28m (386 mi) Total: ~3h 13m 🍃 186 kg CO₂ (+44% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TFU → XFN
1h 45m · 481 mi
View TFU to XFN flights →
Leg 2
XFN → TYN
1h 28m · 386 mi
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TFU LHW (Lanzhou) TYN
Leg 1: 1h 33m (429 mi) Leg 2: 1h 45m (504 mi) Total: ~3h 18m 🍃 197 kg CO₂ (+53% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TFU → LHW
1h 33m · 429 mi
View TFU to LHW flights →
Leg 2
LHW → TYN
1h 45m · 504 mi
View LHW to TYN flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Chengdu to Taiyuan?

A nonstop flight from Chengdu (TFU) to Taiyuan (TYN) takes approximately 2 hours. The distance is 695 miles (1,118 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Chengdu to Taiyuan?

5 airlines: Sichuan Airlines, Air China, Kunming Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Chengdu to Taiyuan?

Yes. 5 airlines: Sichuan Airlines, Air China, Kunming Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines.

How far is Chengdu from Taiyuan?

The flight distance from Chengdu to Taiyuan is 695 miles (1,118 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as the length of Italy.

What type of aircraft flies from Chengdu to Taiyuan?

At 2h, 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 Taiyuan?

Roughly 129 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 645 km.

Is the return flight from Taiyuan 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 Taiyuan?

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.