Direct (nonstop) flights from Yuncheng to Lijiang

1 airline flys nonstop from Zhangxiao (YCU) to Lijiang Sanyi Airport (LJG). It's 864 miles (1,390 km), about 2h 55m in the air. Operated by Tibet Airlines.

YCU
Zhangxiao
🇨🇳 Yuncheng, China
LJG
Lijiang Sanyi Airport
🇨🇳 Lijiang, China
Flight Time
2h 55m
Distance
864 mi
1,390 km
CO₂/pax
160 kg
−26 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Tibet Airlines
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Tibet Airlines Tibet Airlines

Route data last updated: May 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Tibet Airlines TV Tibet Airlines
Route
YCU → LJG
Flight Time
2h 55m
Distance
864 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Yuncheng to Lijiang with one stop · direct emits 160 kg CO₂ per passenger

YCU CTU (Chengdu) LJG
Leg 1: 1h 45m (516 mi) Leg 2: 1h 25m (350 mi) Total: ~3h 10m 🍃 186 kg CO₂ (+16% vs. direct)
Leg 1
YCU → CTU
1h 45m · 516 mi
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Leg 2
CTU → LJG
1h 25m · 350 mi
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YCU CKG (Chongqing) LJG
Leg 1: 1h 45m (452 mi) Leg 2: 1h 45m (442 mi) Total: ~3h 30m 🍃 191 kg CO₂ (+19% vs. direct)
Leg 1
YCU → CKG
1h 45m · 452 mi
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Leg 2
CKG → LJG
1h 45m · 442 mi
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YCU TFU (Chengdu) LJG
Leg 1: 2h 10m (506 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (357 mi) Total: ~3h 30m 🍃 185 kg CO₂ (+16% vs. direct)
Leg 1
YCU → TFU
2h 10m · 506 mi
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Leg 2
TFU → LJG
1h 20m · 357 mi
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YCU KWE (Guiyang) LJG
Leg 1: 2h 10m (641 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (405 mi) Total: ~3h 40m 🍃 219 kg CO₂ (+37% vs. direct)
Leg 1
YCU → KWE
2h 10m · 641 mi
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Leg 2
KWE → LJG
1h 30m · 405 mi
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YCU KMG (Kunming) LJG
Leg 1: 2h 35m (843 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (199 mi) Total: ~3h 50m 🍃 218 kg CO₂ (+36% vs. direct)
Leg 1
YCU → KMG
2h 35m · 843 mi
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Leg 2
KMG → LJG
1h 15m · 199 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Yuncheng to Lijiang?

A nonstop flight from Yuncheng (YCU) to Lijiang (LJG) takes approximately 2 hours and 55 minutes. The distance is 864 miles (1,390 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Yuncheng to Lijiang?

Just Tibet Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Yuncheng to Lijiang?

Yes. 1 airline: Tibet Airlines.

How far is Yuncheng from Lijiang?

The flight distance from Yuncheng to Lijiang is 864 miles (1,390 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 Yuncheng to Lijiang?

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 Yuncheng to Lijiang?

Roughly 160 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 800 km.

Is the return flight from Lijiang to Yuncheng 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 Yuncheng 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 Zhangxiao for this flight?

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