Direct (nonstop) flights from Xichang to Chengdu

1 airline flys nonstop from Qingshan (XIC) to Tianfu International Airport (TFU). It's 210 miles (338 km), about 1h 5m in the air. Operated by Air China.

XIC
Qingshan
🇨🇳 Xichang, China
TFU
Tianfu International Airport
🇨🇳 Chengdu, China
Flight Time
1h 5m
Distance
210 mi
338 km
CO₂/pax
39 kg
−97 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Air China
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Air China Air China

Route data last updated: May 26, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Air China CA Air China
Route
XIC → TFU
Flight Time
1h 5m
Distance
210 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Xichang to Chengdu with one stop · direct emits 39 kg CO₂ per passenger

XIC KWE (Guiyang) TFU
Leg 1: 1h 25m (300 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (296 mi) Total: ~2h 45m 🍃 136 kg CO₂ (+249% vs. direct)
Leg 1
XIC → KWE
1h 25m · 300 mi
View XIC to KWE flights →
Leg 2
KWE → TFU
1h 20m · 296 mi
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XIC XIY (Xian) TFU
Leg 1: 1h 35m (590 mi) Leg 2: 1h 40m (380 mi) Total: ~3h 15m 🍃 204 kg CO₂ (+423% vs. direct)
Leg 1
XIC → XIY
1h 35m · 590 mi
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Leg 2
XIY → TFU
1h 40m · 380 mi
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XIC JHG (Jinghong) TFU
Leg 1: 1h 28m (423 mi) Leg 2: 1h 50m (618 mi) Total: ~3h 18m 🍃 217 kg CO₂ (+456% vs. direct)
Leg 1
XIC → JHG
1h 28m · 423 mi
View XIC to JHG flights →
Leg 2
JHG → TFU
1h 50m · 618 mi
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XIC CSX (Changsha) TFU
Leg 1: 2h 5m (673 mi) Leg 2: 2h (549 mi) Total: ~4h 5m 🍃 252 kg CO₂ (+546% vs. direct)
Leg 1
XIC → CSX
2h 5m · 673 mi
View XIC to CSX flights →
Leg 2
CSX → TFU
2h · 549 mi
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XIC WUH (Wuhan) TFU
Leg 1: 2h 8m (750 mi) Leg 2: 2h 5m (583 mi) Total: ~4h 13m 🍃 272 kg CO₂ (+597% vs. direct)
Leg 1
XIC → WUH
2h 8m · 750 mi
View XIC to WUH flights →
Leg 2
WUH → TFU
2h 5m · 583 mi
View WUH to TFU flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Xichang to Chengdu?

A nonstop flight from Xichang (XIC) to Chengdu (TFU) takes approximately 1 hours and 5 minutes. The distance is 210 miles (338 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Xichang to Chengdu?

Just Air China.

Is there a nonstop flight from Xichang to Chengdu?

Yes. 1 airline: Air China.

How far is Xichang from Chengdu?

The flight distance from Xichang to Chengdu is 210 miles (338 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as London to Paris.

What type of aircraft flies from Xichang to Chengdu?

At 1h 5m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Xichang to Chengdu?

Roughly 39 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 195 km.

Is the return flight from Chengdu 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 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 Qingshan for this flight?

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