Direct (nonstop) flights from Taiyuan to Chengdu

5 airlines fly nonstop from Taiyuan Wusu International Airport (TYN) to Tianfu International Airport (TFU). It's 695 miles (1,118 km), about 2h 20m in the air. Operated by Sichuan Airlines, Air China, Kunming Airlines and others.

TYN
Taiyuan Wusu International Airport
🇨🇳 Taiyuan, China
TFU
Tianfu International Airport
🇨🇳 Chengdu, China
Flight Time
2h 20m
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 31, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Sichuan Airlines 3U Sichuan Airlines
Route
TYN → TFU
Flight Time
2h 20m
Distance
695 mi
Air China CA Air China
Route
TYN → TFU
Flight Time
2h 20m
Distance
695 mi
Kunming Airlines KY Kunming Airlines
Route
TYN → TFU
Flight Time
2h 20m
Distance
695 mi
China Eastern Airlines MU China Eastern Airlines
Route
TYN → TFU
Flight Time
2h 20m
Distance
695 mi
Shenzhen Airlines ZH Shenzhen Airlines
Route
TYN → TFU
Flight Time
2h 20m
Distance
695 mi

Alternative Routes

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

TYN ENH (Enshi) TFU
Leg 1: 1h 40m (542 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (301 mi) Total: ~3h 🍃 181 kg CO₂ (+40% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TYN → ENH
1h 40m · 542 mi
View TYN to ENH flights →
Leg 2
ENH → TFU
1h 20m · 301 mi
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TYN DSN (Dongsheng) TFU
Leg 1: 1h (191 mi) Leg 2: 2h 15m (703 mi) Total: ~3h 15m 🍃 190 kg CO₂ (+47% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TYN → DSN
1h · 191 mi
View TYN to DSN flights →
Leg 2
DSN → TFU
2h 15m · 703 mi
View DSN to TFU flights →
TYN WDS (Shiyan) TFU
Leg 1: 1h 30m (369 mi) Leg 2: 1h 45m (413 mi) Total: ~3h 15m 🍃 169 kg CO₂ (+31% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TYN → WDS
1h 30m · 369 mi
View TYN to WDS flights →
Leg 2
WDS → TFU
1h 45m · 413 mi
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TYN XFN (Xiangyang) TFU
Leg 1: 1h 30m (386 mi) Leg 2: 1h 55m (481 mi) Total: ~3h 25m 🍃 186 kg CO₂ (+44% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TYN → XFN
1h 30m · 386 mi
View TYN to XFN flights →
Leg 2
XFN → TFU
1h 55m · 481 mi
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TYN LHW (Lanzhou) TFU
Leg 1: 1h 48m (504 mi) Leg 2: 1h 40m (429 mi) Total: ~3h 28m 🍃 197 kg CO₂ (+53% vs. direct)
Leg 1
TYN → LHW
1h 48m · 504 mi
View TYN to LHW flights →
Leg 2
LHW → TFU
1h 40m · 429 mi
View LHW to TFU flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Taiyuan to Chengdu?

A nonstop flight from Taiyuan (TYN) to Chengdu (TFU) takes approximately 2 hours and 20 minutes. The distance is 695 miles (1,118 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Taiyuan to Chengdu?

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

Is there a nonstop flight from Taiyuan to Chengdu?

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

How far is Taiyuan from Chengdu?

The flight distance from Taiyuan to Chengdu 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 Taiyuan to Chengdu?

At 2h 20m, 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 Taiyuan to Chengdu?

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

Is the return flight from Chengdu to Taiyuan 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 Taiyuan to Chengdu?

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 Taiyuan Wusu International Airport for this flight?

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