Direct (nonstop) flights from Wuhan to Sanya

6 airlines fly nonstop from Wuhan Tianhe International Airport (WUH) to Phoenix International (SYX). It's 910 miles (1,464 km), about 2h 55m in the air. Operated by Sichuan Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Hainan Airlines and others.

WUH
Wuhan Tianhe International Airport
🇨🇳 Wuhan, China
SYX
Phoenix International
🇨🇳 Sanya, China
Flight Time
2h 55m
Distance
910 mi
1,464 km
CO₂/pax
168 kg
−39 kg vs. layover
Airlines
6
Sichuan Airlines +5
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Sichuan Airlines Sichuan Airlines China Southern Airlines China Southern Airlines Hainan Airlines Hainan Airlines Beijing Capital Airlines Beijing Capital Airlines China Eastern Airlines China Eastern Airlines Qingdao Airlines Qingdao Airlines

Route data last updated: May 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Sichuan Airlines 3U Sichuan Airlines
Route
WUH → SYX
Flight Time
2h 55m
Distance
910 mi
China Southern Airlines CZ China Southern Airlines
Route
WUH → SYX
Flight Time
2h 55m
Distance
910 mi
Hainan Airlines HU Hainan Airlines
Route
WUH → SYX
Flight Time
2h 55m
Distance
910 mi
Beijing Capital Airlines JD Beijing Capital Airlines
Route
WUH → SYX
Flight Time
2h 55m
Distance
910 mi
China Eastern Airlines MU China Eastern Airlines
Route
WUH → SYX
Flight Time
2h 55m
Distance
910 mi
Qingdao Airlines QW Qingdao Airlines
Route
WUH → SYX
Flight Time
2h 55m
Distance
910 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Wuhan to Sanya with one stop · direct emits 168 kg CO₂ per passenger

WUH NNG (Nanning) SYX
Leg 1: 2h 10m (675 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (307 mi) Total: ~3h 30m 🍃 207 kg CO₂ (+23% vs. direct)
Leg 1
WUH → NNG
2h 10m · 675 mi
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Leg 2
NNG → SYX
1h 20m · 307 mi
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WUH BAR (Qionghai) SYX
Leg 1: 2h 43m (835 mi) Leg 2: 50m (89 mi) Total: ~3h 33m 🍃 196 kg CO₂ (+17% vs. direct)
Leg 1
WUH → BAR
2h 43m · 835 mi
View WUH to BAR flights →
Leg 2
BAR → SYX
50m · 89 mi
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WUH CAN (Guangzhou) SYX
Leg 1: 1h 55m (511 mi) Leg 2: 1h 40m (431 mi) Total: ~3h 35m 🍃 200 kg CO₂ (+19% vs. direct)
Leg 1
WUH → CAN
1h 55m · 511 mi
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Leg 2
CAN → SYX
1h 40m · 431 mi
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WUH ZHA (Zhanjiang) SYX
Leg 1: 2h 25m (700 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (209 mi) Total: ~3h 35m 🍃 194 kg CO₂ (+15% vs. direct)
Leg 1
WUH → ZHA
2h 25m · 700 mi
View WUH to ZHA flights →
Leg 2
ZHA → SYX
1h 10m · 209 mi
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WUH ZYI (Zunyi) SYX
Leg 1: 1h 38m (488 mi) Leg 2: 2h (657 mi) Total: ~3h 38m 🍃 237 kg CO₂ (+41% vs. direct)
Leg 1
WUH → ZYI
1h 38m · 488 mi
View WUH to ZYI flights →
Leg 2
ZYI → SYX
2h · 657 mi
View ZYI to SYX flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Wuhan to Sanya?

A nonstop flight from Wuhan (WUH) to Sanya (SYX) takes approximately 2 hours and 55 minutes. The distance is 910 miles (1,464 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Wuhan to Sanya?

6 airlines: Sichuan Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Hainan Airlines, Beijing Capital Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Qingdao Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Wuhan to Sanya?

Yes. 6 airlines: Sichuan Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Hainan Airlines, Beijing Capital Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Qingdao Airlines.

How far is Wuhan from Sanya?

The flight distance from Wuhan to Sanya is 910 miles (1,464 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 Sanya?

At 2h 55m, 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 Sanya?

Roughly 168 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 840 km.

Is the return flight from Sanya 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 Sanya?

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.