Lhasa to Chengdu

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Lhasa to Chengdu Schedule

Type	Operator	Class	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Price
Flight	Sichuan Airlines	Economy	10:50	13:10	$590.44
Flight	Sichuan Airlines	Economy	11:10	13:10	$813.87
Flight	Air China	Economy	11:50	13:55	$390.59
Flight	Sichuan Airlines	Economy	12:20	14:15	$813.87
Flight	Air China	Economy	13:00	15:15	$383.86
Flight	China Eastern Airlines	Economy	14:40	09:35	$678.34
Flight	China Eastern Airlines	Economy	15:05	00:10	$723.44
Flight	Air China	Economy	15:50	17:55	$390.59
Flight	China Eastern Airlines	Economy	16:20	19:20	$641.54
Flight	Air China	Economy	16:55	19:00	$389.47
Flight	Air China	Economy	18:20	20:25	$390.59
Flight	Air China	Economy	18:55	21:05	$390.59
Flight	Sichuan Airlines	Economy	19:30	21:25	$813.87
Flight	Sichuan Airlines	Economy	19:50	21:55	$345.85

How to get from Lhasa to Chengdu

When you want to get from Lhasa to Chengdu, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

Flight
Train

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Flight. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Train ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A flight ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 446.63. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a train as a train ticket costs as low as USD 55.18.

How far is Lhasa from Chengdu?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Lhasa to Chengdu. Your trip will be a total of 1120 miles (1802 km). The flying distance is 1101 miles (1771 km).

How long does it take to get from Lhasa to Chengdu?

The travel time from Lhasa to Chengdu can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 3 to 37 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Lhasa to Chengdu?

The cost of the trip from Lhasa to Chengdu varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is China Railway (中国铁路): travelling by train expect to pay as low as USD 55.18 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a flight - a one-way flight ticket can cost as much as USD 446.63.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Lhasa to Chengdu:

Train tickets - USD 55.26 to USD 165.47;
Plane tickets - USD 406.86 to USD 446.69;

How many trips per day are there between Lhasa and Chengdu?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

Flights from Lhasa to Chengdu depart during the day - there are approximately 6 departures a day.
Trains always run on a set schedule - there are 4 trains per day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Lhasa to Chengdu. While it’s often the most expensive option, tool, occasionally you can grab promotional tickets for more or less the price of a train or a ferry ticket. Normally, the minimum you need to pay for a Plane ticket is USD 406.86.

Things to remember before boarding a plane:

It’s recommended to book a ticket in advance and check-in online. This way, you can save over 2 hours at the airport, and if your seat selection is on a first come first served basis you will have more options to choose from.
Getting through security checks may take some time - it’s recommended to get to the airport at least 1.5 hours in advance.

Airlines flying from Lhasa to Chengdu

Air China, China Eastern Airlines

Trains

Things to remember while choosing a train ticket:
Consider everything carefully while choosing the class of your train travel. In most cases, the second class is comfortable enough – it features 2 or 4 berths in each compartment and is often air-conditioned.

If you’re in for a premium experience, consider getting a first class ticket. The price of first class tickets may include Wifi, and a choice of snacks and drinks..

The most popular transport from Lhasa to Chengdu

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Lhasa to Chengdu? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

100% users enjoyed a train ride.

Transportation from Lhasa to Chengdu

Trains

$ 55.26
Flights

$ 406.86
Buses are not available
Ferries are not available
Taxis are not available
Vans are not available

Facts about the transport from Lhasa to Chengdu

Cheapest Transport	$56
Fastest Transport	2h 5m
Earliest Departure	10:55 AM
Latest Departure	7:00 PM
Departures per day	10
Distance	1802 kilometers
Transport Companies	Air China, China Eastern Airlines