The flight distance from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) in Chengdu, China to Nyingchi Airport (LZY) in Nyingchi, China is 937 kilometers (582 miles / 506 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying west at a heading of 264°.

This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.

This is a domestic route within China. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation.

Time zone information: When it's 13:54 in Chengdu, it's 13:54 in Nyingchi.

There is a significant elevation difference of 8,050 feet between the two airports. Nyingchi Airport sits higher than Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Nyingchi (LZY) to Chengdu (CTU) follows a heading of 79° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) and Nyingchi Airport (LZY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.