Direct (nonstop) flights from Xichang to Lhasa/Lasa

1 airline flys nonstop from Qingshan (XIC) to Lhasa Airport (LXA). It's 690 miles (1,111 km), about 2h 20m in the air. Operated by Tibet Airlines.

XIC
Qingshan
🇨🇳 Xichang, China
LXA
Lhasa Airport
🇨🇳 Lhasa/Lasa, China
Flight Time
2h 20m
Distance
690 mi
1,111 km
CO₂/pax
128 kg
−79 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Tibet Airlines
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Tibet Airlines Tibet Airlines

Route data last updated: May 28, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Tibet Airlines TV Tibet Airlines
Route
XIC → LXA
Flight Time
2h 20m
Distance
690 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Xichang to Lhasa/Lasa with one stop · direct emits 128 kg CO₂ per passenger

XIC YBP (Yibin) LXA
Leg 1: 50m (154 mi) Leg 2: 2h 35m (825 mi) Total: ~3h 25m 🍃 207 kg CO₂ (+62% vs. direct)
Leg 1
XIC → YBP
50m · 154 mi
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Leg 2
YBP → LXA
2h 35m · 825 mi
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XIC LZO (Luzhou) LXA
Leg 1: 55m (212 mi) Leg 2: 2h 43m (879 mi) Total: ~3h 38m 🍃 227 kg CO₂ (+77% vs. direct)
Leg 1
XIC → LZO
55m · 212 mi
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Leg 2
LZO → LXA
2h 43m · 879 mi
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XIC CTU (Chengdu) LXA
Leg 1: 1h 15m (208 mi) Leg 2: 2h 25m (787 mi) Total: ~3h 40m 🍃 210 kg CO₂ (+64% vs. direct)
Leg 1
XIC → CTU
1h 15m · 208 mi
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Leg 2
CTU → LXA
2h 25m · 787 mi
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XIC TFU (Chengdu) LXA
Leg 1: 1h 5m (210 mi) Leg 2: 2h 45m (815 mi) Total: ~3h 50m 🍃 215 kg CO₂ (+68% vs. direct)
Leg 1
XIC → TFU
1h 5m · 210 mi
View XIC to TFU flights →
Leg 2
TFU → LXA
2h 45m · 815 mi
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XIC MIG (Mian Yang) LXA
Leg 1: 1h 20m (283 mi) Leg 2: 2h 30m (838 mi) Total: ~3h 50m 🍃 232 kg CO₂ (+81% vs. direct)
Leg 1
XIC → MIG
1h 20m · 283 mi
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Leg 2
MIG → LXA
2h 30m · 838 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Xichang to Lhasa/Lasa?

A nonstop flight from Xichang (XIC) to Lhasa/Lasa (LXA) takes approximately 2 hours and 20 minutes. The distance is 690 miles (1,111 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Xichang to Lhasa/Lasa?

Just Tibet Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Xichang to Lhasa/Lasa?

Yes. 1 airline: Tibet Airlines.

How far is Xichang from Lhasa/Lasa?

The flight distance from Xichang to Lhasa/Lasa is 690 miles (1,111 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 Xichang to Lhasa/Lasa?

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 Xichang to Lhasa/Lasa?

Roughly 128 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 640 km.

Is the return flight from Lhasa/Lasa to Xichang 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 Xichang to Lhasa/Lasa?

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 Qingshan for this flight?

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