Direct (nonstop) flights from Jinan to Lijiang

3 airlines fly nonstop from Jinan Yaoqiang International Airport (TNA) to Lijiang Sanyi Airport (LJG). It's 1,217 miles (1,958 km), about 3h 25m in the air. Operated by Lucky Air, GX Airlines, Beijing Capital Airlines.

TNA
Jinan Yaoqiang International Airport
🇨🇳 Jinan, China
LJG
Lijiang Sanyi Airport
🇨🇳 Lijiang, China
Flight Time
3h 25m
Distance
1,217 mi
1,958 km
CO₂/pax
206 kg
−47 kg vs. layover
Airlines
3
Lucky Air +2
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Lucky Air Lucky Air GX Airlines GX Airlines Beijing Capital Airlines Beijing Capital Airlines

Route data last updated: May 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Lucky Air 8L Lucky Air
Route
TNA → LJG
Flight Time
3h 25m
Distance
1,217 mi
GX Airlines GX GX Airlines
Route
TNA → LJG
Flight Time
3h 25m
Distance
1,217 mi
Beijing Capital Airlines JD Beijing Capital Airlines
Route
TNA → LJG
Flight Time
3h 25m
Distance
1,217 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Jinan to Lijiang with one stop · direct emits 206 kg CO₂ per passenger

TNA MIG (Mian Yang) LJG
Leg 1: 2h 15m (805 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (425 mi) Total: ~3h 45m 🍃 253 kg CO₂ (+23% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TNA → MIG
2h 15m · 805 mi
View TNA to MIG flights →
Leg 2
MIG → LJG
1h 30m · 425 mi
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TNA NAO (Nanchong) LJG
Leg 1: 2h 20m (764 mi) Leg 2: 1h 40m (453 mi) Total: ~4h 🍃 250 kg CO₂ (+21% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TNA → NAO
2h 20m · 764 mi
View TNA to NAO flights →
Leg 2
NAO → LJG
1h 40m · 453 mi
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TNA TFU (Chengdu) LJG
Leg 1: 2h 45m (862 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (357 mi) Total: ~4h 5m 🍃 251 kg CO₂ (+22% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TNA → TFU
2h 45m · 862 mi
View TNA to TFU flights →
Leg 2
TFU → LJG
1h 20m · 357 mi
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TNA YCU (Yuncheng) LJG
Leg 1: 1h 10m (365 mi) Leg 2: 2h 55m (864 mi) Total: ~4h 5m 🍃 253 kg CO₂ (+23% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TNA → YCU
1h 10m · 365 mi
View TNA to YCU flights →
Leg 2
YCU → LJG
2h 55m · 864 mi
View YCU to LJG flights →
TNA CTU (Chengdu) LJG
Leg 1: 2h 45m (876 mi) Leg 2: 1h 25m (350 mi) Total: ~4h 10m 🍃 252 kg CO₂ (+22% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TNA → CTU
2h 45m · 876 mi
View TNA to CTU flights →
Leg 2
CTU → LJG
1h 25m · 350 mi
View CTU to LJG flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Jinan to Lijiang?

A nonstop flight from Jinan (TNA) to Lijiang (LJG) takes approximately 3 hours and 25 minutes. The distance is 1,217 miles (1,958 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Jinan to Lijiang?

3 airlines: Lucky Air, GX Airlines, Beijing Capital Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Jinan to Lijiang?

Yes. 3 airlines: Lucky Air, GX Airlines, Beijing Capital Airlines.

How far is Jinan from Lijiang?

The flight distance from Jinan to Lijiang is 1,217 miles (1,958 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 Jinan to Lijiang?

At 3h 25m, 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 Jinan to Lijiang?

Roughly 206 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,030 km.

Is the return flight from Lijiang to Jinan 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 Jinan to Lijiang?

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 Jinan Yaoqiang International Airport for this flight?

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