Cheap flights Chengdu — Dali City (CTU — DLU)

Good to know - Cheap tickets Chengdu — Dali City

Cheapest flight found $68
Minimal flight time 1h 10m
Flight distance 653 km
Most popular airline Lucky Air

Airfare Chengdu – Dali City by month

Here you can find out in what months how much a ticket Chengdu – Dali City costs to buy cheap plane tickets.

Month One-way Round-trip
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Remember that the optimal time for booking air tickets is 59 days before the departure date, this is the average time at which air tickets were sold at the lowest prices.

Schedule of direct flights Chengdu — Dali City

Departure Arrival Flight days Flight Airlines Flight time Airports
06:50 08:25 tue CA2545 Air China 1h 35m Chengdu Tianfu International Airport — Dali Airport Select dates
06:55 08:30 daily 8L9635 Lucky Air 1h 35m Chengdu Tianfu International Airport — Dali Airport Select dates
06:55 08:20 mon, wed, fri, sun TV9931 Tibet Airlines 1h 25m Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport — Dali Airport Select dates
06:55 10:40 wed TV9931 Tibet Airlines 3h 45m Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport — Dali Airport Select dates
07:00 08:35 daily 8L9635 Lucky Air 1h 35m Chengdu Tianfu International Airport — Dali Airport Select dates
07:00 08:30 daily 8L9635 Lucky Air 1h 30m Chengdu Tianfu International Airport — Dali Airport Select dates
07:00 08:25 daily QW6121 Qingdao Airlines 1h 25m Chengdu Tianfu International Airport — Dali Airport Select dates
07:10 08:30 daily 8L9635 Lucky Air 1h 20m Chengdu Tianfu International Airport — Dali Airport Select dates
07:25 08:55 daily CA2551 Air China 1h 30m Chengdu Tianfu International Airport — Dali Airport Select dates
07:25 08:55 daily 3U6667 Sichuan Airlines 1h 30m Chengdu Tianfu International Airport — Dali Airport Select dates
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Popular airlines flying Chengdu — Dali City

Flight Chengdu – Dali City is served by 3 airlines.  7 airlines operate direct flights.


Airlines with direct flights


Other airlines flying with transfers

Dynamics airfare Chengdu — Dali City by month for the last year

according to LowCost.Club for the last year

The airfare depends on the departure date. Our chart shows the low season prices on route Chengdu — Dali City

The graph shows that booking flights Chengdu — Dali City is best planned for August and flights Chengdu — Dali City — Chengdu in the month of March.

Flights Chengdu — Dali City

The selection of cheap flights Chengdu — Dali City

Here you can find and purchase the cheapest flights Chengdu — Dali City from $68 and Chengdu — Dali City — Chengdu from $69.

The price of the flight Chengdu — Dali City (China) — Chengdu from $69 (round-trip).

The average price of the flight Chengdu — Dali City (China) — Chengdu $237 (round-trip).

Low cost flights Chengdu — Dali City (CTU — DLU)

Flight connections between Chengdu and Dali City offer frequent and convenient options for travelers seeking to explore the diverse landscapes and cultural heritage of Yunnan Province. The distance between Chengdu and Dali City is approximately 653 kilometers, with direct flights covering this route in around 1 hour and 10 minutes. This relatively short flight duration makes air travel a practical choice for both business and leisure purposes.

Multiple airlines operate on the Chengdu–Dali City route, ensuring a wide range of schedules and competitive fares. Seven carriers provide direct flights, including well-established Chinese airlines such as Lucky Air, Tibet Airlines, Qingdao Airlines, Air China, Sichuan Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, and Chongqing Airlines. These airlines offer daily services, making it easy to plan your trip any day of the week. Additionally, airlines like Capital Airlines, China Southern Airlines, and West Air China offer flights with one or more stops for those who may prefer a more flexible itinerary or need connections beyond Dali City.

Chengdu offers departures from two airports: Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport and the newer Chengdu Tianfu International Airport, both well-equipped with modern facilities and multiple transportation options to the city center. Dali, served by Dali Airport, is known for its scenic surroundings and access to historical towns, making it a sought-after destination for tourists and professionals alike.

When planning a flight from Chengdu to Dali City, travelers will find a spectrum of ticket prices that accommodate different budgets. Economy one-way fares start as low as $68, with round-trip tickets beginning around $69 when special promotions are available. On average, the cost of a return flight is approximately $237, though prices fluctuate based on travel season, booking time, and seat availability. August tends to be the most affordable month for travel, while February marks the high season with higher demand and prices.

Booking through advanced search tools allows travelers to compare different airlines, flight times, and prices to select the most suitable option. LowCost.Club aggregates data from all carriers operating the Chengdu–Dali City route, including direct and connecting flights, ensuring comprehensive coverage of available flights. This facilitates informed decision-making by presenting all current fares and routes in one place, including promotions and seat sales.

Choosing air travel between Chengdu and Dali City balances time efficiency with competitive pricing, appealing to independent travelers prepared to organize their journeys without intermediary agencies. Access to multiple airlines means frequent flight options, reducing wait times and offering flexibility for early morning or late evening travel.

To summarize, flying from Chengdu to Dali City is straightforward, supported by daily direct flights from multiple national airlines. The journey is short and comfortably connects two vibrant regions of China. With user-friendly online platforms like LowCost.Club, finding the best airfare at the optimal schedule has never been easier.

Use the search function on LowCost.Club to explore the full range of flights between Chengdu and Dali City. Enter your preferred dates and airport details to compare prices and secure the best deal available today. Whether planning a vacation or a business trip, our platform ensures you find a flight that fits your plans and budget with ease.

Routes from nearby cities to Dali City

A flight from a neighbouring city can help you save money on plane tickets.

Most often, flights to Dali City are from Chongqing. The cheapest plane ticket to Dali City can be bought from $377 with a departure from Diqing, which is also the nearest city from Chengdu.

Popular International routes from Chengdu

Popular routes from Dali City

If you are going to fly from Dali City, then study the popular flights. The most popular flights from Dali City:

Popular domestic routes from Chengdu

FAQ about Chengdu — Dali City

Yes, they do: CA2545, 8L9635, TV9931, QW6121, CA2551, 3U6667, 3U8649, MU5778, TV9875, OQ2024, CA2555, MU5756

Yes, you can fly from Chengdu to Dali City. Chengdu has 2 airports (Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport, Chengdu Tianfu International Airport) for flights. Air China, Lucky Air, Tibet Airlines, Qingdao Airlines, Sichuan Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Chongqing Airlines depart from Chengdu on mon, tue, wed, thu, fri, sat, sun. There are non-direct flights through Capital Airlines, China Southern Airlines, West Air.

A direct flight lasts an average of 1h 10m, during which time the aircraft covers a distance of 653 km.

The price of flights Chengdu — Dali City starts from $68.

Planes fly Chengdu — Dali City 7 times a week on the following days: mon, tue, wed, thu, fri, sat, sun

In Chengdu — Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport, Chengdu Tianfu International Airport. In Dali City — Dali Airport.

The following flights fly between Chengdu and Dali City: CA2545, 8L9635, TV9931, TV9931, 8L9635, 8L9635, QW6121, 8L9635, CA2551, 3U6667, 3U8649, CA2551, 3U6667, 3U6667, 8L9635, MU5778, TV9931, TV9931, TV9875, OQ2024, OQ2024, CA2555, MU5756, MU5756

High season is considered to be February and the cheapest month is August. Enter your preferred airports (or cities) and dates into the search form above to unlock the latest Chengdu — Dali City flight deals.

The following airlines have direct flights Chengdu — Dali City: Air China, Lucky Air, Tibet Airlines, Qingdao Airlines, Sichuan Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Chongqing Airlines.

All the following airlines flights Chengdu — Dali City: Air China, Capital Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Chongqing Airlines, Lucky Air, Qingdao Airlines, Sichuan Airlines, Tibet Airlines, West Air.

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