Direct (nonstop) flights from Xining to Chengdu

2 airlines fly nonstop from Xining Caojiabu Airport (XNN) to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU). It's 424 miles (683 km), about 1h 35m in the air. Operated by Air China, Tibet Airlines.

XNN
Xining Caojiabu Airport
🇨🇳 Xining, China
CTU
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport
🇨🇳 Chengdu, China
Flight Time
1h 35m
Distance
424 mi
683 km
CO₂/pax
79 kg
−71 kg vs. layover
Airlines
2
Air China +1
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Air China Air China Tibet Airlines Tibet Airlines

Route data last updated: May 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Air China CA Air China
Route
XNN → CTU
Flight Time
1h 35m
Distance
424 mi
Tibet Airlines TV Tibet Airlines
Route
XNN → CTU
Flight Time
1h 35m
Distance
424 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Xining to Chengdu with one stop · direct emits 79 kg CO₂ per passenger

XNN ZHY (Zhongwei) CTU
Leg 1: 55m (186 mi) Leg 2: 1h 50m (487 mi) Total: ~2h 45m 🍃 150 kg CO₂ (+90% vs. direct)
Leg 1
XNN → ZHY
55m · 186 mi
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Leg 2
ZHY → CTU
1h 50m · 487 mi
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XNN INC (Yinchuan) CTU
Leg 1: 1h 10m (269 mi) Leg 2: 2h (551 mi) Total: ~3h 10m 🍃 177 kg CO₂ (+124% vs. direct)
Leg 1
XNN → INC
1h 10m · 269 mi
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Leg 2
INC → CTU
2h · 551 mi
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XNN YIH (Yichang) CTU
Leg 1: 2h 5m (682 mi) Leg 2: 1h 40m (448 mi) Total: ~3h 45m 🍃 234 kg CO₂ (+196% vs. direct)
Leg 1
XNN → YIH
2h 5m · 682 mi
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Leg 2
YIH → CTU
1h 40m · 448 mi
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XNN KMG (Kunming) CTU
Leg 1: 2h 20m (789 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (382 mi) Total: ~3h 50m 🍃 242 kg CO₂ (+206% vs. direct)
Leg 1
XNN → KMG
2h 20m · 789 mi
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Leg 2
KMG → CTU
1h 30m · 382 mi
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XNN TYN (Taiyuan) CTU
Leg 1: 1h 45m (590 mi) Leg 2: 2h 20m (700 mi) Total: ~4h 5m 🍃 263 kg CO₂ (+233% vs. direct)
Leg 1
XNN → TYN
1h 45m · 590 mi
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Leg 2
TYN → CTU
2h 20m · 700 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Xining to Chengdu?

A nonstop flight from Xining (XNN) to Chengdu (CTU) takes approximately 1 hours and 35 minutes. The distance is 424 miles (683 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Xining to Chengdu?

2 airlines: Air China, Tibet Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Xining to Chengdu?

Yes. 2 airlines: Air China, Tibet Airlines.

How far is Xining from Chengdu?

The flight distance from Xining to Chengdu is 424 miles (683 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as Mumbai to Goa.

What type of aircraft flies from Xining to Chengdu?

At 1h 35m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

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

Roughly 79 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 395 km.

Is the return flight from Chengdu to Xining 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 Xining 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 Xining Caojiabu Airport for this flight?

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