Direct (nonstop) flights from Wuhan to Lijiang

3 airlines fly nonstop from Wuhan Tianhe International Airport (WUH) to Lijiang Sanyi Airport (LJG). It's 893 miles (1,437 km), about 2h 40m in the air. Operated by Lucky Air, Juneyao Airlines, Beijing Capital Airlines.

WUH
Wuhan Tianhe International Airport
🇨🇳 Wuhan, China
LJG
Lijiang Sanyi Airport
🇨🇳 Lijiang, China
Flight Time
2h 40m
Distance
893 mi
1,437 km
CO₂/pax
165 kg
−26 kg vs. layover
Airlines
3
Lucky Air +2
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Lucky Air Lucky Air Juneyao Airlines Juneyao Airlines Beijing Capital Airlines Beijing Capital Airlines

Route data last updated: May 30, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Lucky Air 8L Lucky Air
Route
WUH → LJG
Flight Time
2h 40m
Distance
893 mi
Juneyao Airlines HO Juneyao Airlines
Route
WUH → LJG
Flight Time
2h 40m
Distance
893 mi
Beijing Capital Airlines JD Beijing Capital Airlines
Route
WUH → LJG
Flight Time
2h 40m
Distance
893 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Wuhan to Lijiang with one stop · direct emits 165 kg CO₂ per passenger

WUH YBP (Yibin) LJG
Leg 1: 2h 3m (596 mi) Leg 2: 1h (301 mi) Total: ~3h 3m 🍃 191 kg CO₂ (+16% vs. direct)
Leg 1
WUH → YBP
2h 3m · 596 mi
View WUH to YBP flights →
Leg 2
YBP → LJG
1h · 301 mi
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WUH ZYI (Zunyi) LJG
Leg 1: 1h 38m (488 mi) Leg 2: 1h 35m (421 mi) Total: ~3h 13m 🍃 193 kg CO₂ (+17% vs. direct)
Leg 1
WUH → ZYI
1h 38m · 488 mi
View WUH to ZYI flights →
Leg 2
ZYI → LJG
1h 35m · 421 mi
View ZYI to LJG flights →
WUH TFU (Chengdu) LJG
Leg 1: 2h 5m (583 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (357 mi) Total: ~3h 25m 🍃 199 kg CO₂ (+21% vs. direct)
Leg 1
WUH → TFU
2h 5m · 583 mi
View WUH to TFU flights →
Leg 2
TFU → LJG
1h 20m · 357 mi
View TFU to LJG flights →
WUH KWE (Guiyang) LJG
Leg 1: 1h 55m (536 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (405 mi) Total: ~3h 25m 🍃 199 kg CO₂ (+21% vs. direct)
Leg 1
WUH → KWE
1h 55m · 536 mi
View WUH to KWE flights →
Leg 2
KWE → LJG
1h 30m · 405 mi
View KWE to LJG flights →
WUH MIG (Mian Yang) LJG
Leg 1: 1h 55m (563 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (425 mi) Total: ~3h 25m 🍃 208 kg CO₂ (+26% vs. direct)
Leg 1
WUH → MIG
1h 55m · 563 mi
View WUH to MIG flights →
Leg 2
MIG → LJG
1h 30m · 425 mi
View MIG to LJG flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Wuhan to Lijiang?

A nonstop flight from Wuhan (WUH) to Lijiang (LJG) takes approximately 2 hours and 40 minutes. The distance is 893 miles (1,437 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Wuhan to Lijiang?

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

Is there a nonstop flight from Wuhan to Lijiang?

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

How far is Wuhan from Lijiang?

The flight distance from Wuhan to Lijiang is 893 miles (1,437 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as London to Madrid.

What type of aircraft flies from Wuhan to Lijiang?

At 2h 40m, 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 Wuhan to Lijiang?

Roughly 165 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 825 km.

Is the return flight from Lijiang to Wuhan 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 Wuhan 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 Wuhan Tianhe International Airport for this flight?

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