Direct (nonstop) flights from Xian to Lijiang

5 airlines fly nonstop from Xi'an Xianyang International Airport (XIY) to Lijiang Sanyi Airport (LJG). It's 736 miles (1,185 km), about 2h 30m in the air. Operated by Sichuan Airlines, Lucky Air, Juneyao Airlines and others.

XIY
Xi'an Xianyang International Airport
🇨🇳 Xian, China
LJG
Lijiang Sanyi Airport
🇨🇳 Lijiang, China
Flight Time
2h 30m
Distance
736 mi
1,185 km
CO₂/pax
136 kg
−30 kg vs. layover
Airlines
5
Sichuan Airlines +4
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Sichuan Airlines Sichuan Airlines Lucky Air Lucky Air Juneyao Airlines Juneyao Airlines Beijing Capital Airlines Beijing Capital Airlines Tibet Airlines Tibet Airlines

Route data last updated: May 30, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Sichuan Airlines 3U Sichuan Airlines
Route
XIY → LJG
Flight Time
2h 30m
Distance
736 mi
Lucky Air 8L Lucky Air
Route
XIY → LJG
Flight Time
2h 30m
Distance
736 mi
Juneyao Airlines HO Juneyao Airlines
Route
XIY → LJG
Flight Time
2h 30m
Distance
736 mi
Beijing Capital Airlines JD Beijing Capital Airlines
Route
XIY → LJG
Flight Time
2h 30m
Distance
736 mi
Tibet Airlines TV Tibet Airlines
Route
XIY → LJG
Flight Time
2h 30m
Distance
736 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Xian to Lijiang with one stop · direct emits 136 kg CO₂ per passenger

XIY YBP (Yibin) LJG
Leg 1: 1h 55m (460 mi) Leg 2: 1h (301 mi) Total: ~2h 55m 🍃 166 kg CO₂ (+22% vs. direct)
Leg 1
XIY → YBP
1h 55m · 460 mi
View XIY to YBP flights →
Leg 2
YBP → LJG
1h · 301 mi
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XIY TFU (Chengdu) LJG
Leg 1: 1h 40m (380 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (357 mi) Total: ~3h 🍃 161 kg CO₂ (+18% vs. direct)
Leg 1
XIY → TFU
1h 40m · 380 mi
View XIY to TFU flights →
Leg 2
TFU → LJG
1h 20m · 357 mi
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XIY ZYI (Zunyi) LJG
Leg 1: 1h 30m (483 mi) Leg 2: 1h 35m (421 mi) Total: ~3h 5m 🍃 192 kg CO₂ (+41% vs. direct)
Leg 1
XIY → ZYI
1h 30m · 483 mi
View XIY to ZYI flights →
Leg 2
ZYI → LJG
1h 35m · 421 mi
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XIY LZO (Luzhou) LJG
Leg 1: 1h 50m (419 mi) Leg 2: 1h 25m (358 mi) Total: ~3h 15m 🍃 169 kg CO₂ (+24% vs. direct)
Leg 1
XIY → LZO
1h 50m · 419 mi
View XIY to LZO flights →
Leg 2
LZO → LJG
1h 25m · 358 mi
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XIY CKG (Chongqing) LJG
Leg 1: 1h 40m (348 mi) Leg 2: 1h 45m (442 mi) Total: ~3h 25m 🍃 171 kg CO₂ (+26% vs. direct)
Leg 1
XIY → CKG
1h 40m · 348 mi
View XIY to CKG flights →
Leg 2
CKG → LJG
1h 45m · 442 mi
View CKG to LJG flights →

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LJG → XIY: Flights from Lijiang to Xian

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Xian to Lijiang?

A nonstop flight from Xian (XIY) to Lijiang (LJG) takes approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes. The distance is 736 miles (1,185 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Xian to Lijiang?

5 airlines: Sichuan Airlines, Lucky Air, Juneyao Airlines, Beijing Capital Airlines, Tibet Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Xian to Lijiang?

Yes. 5 airlines: Sichuan Airlines, Lucky Air, Juneyao Airlines, Beijing Capital Airlines, Tibet Airlines.

How far is Xian from Lijiang?

The flight distance from Xian to Lijiang is 736 miles (1,185 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 Xian to Lijiang?

At 2h 30m, 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 Xian to Lijiang?

Roughly 136 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 680 km.

Is the return flight from Lijiang to Xian 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 Xian 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 Xi'an Xianyang International Airport for this flight?

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