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How to Travel from

Chengdu to Shangri-La

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Airlines

Shenzhen Airlines

Website:
shenzhenair.com/
Plane from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport to Lijiang
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.23–$216.28
Plane from Chengdu Tianfu International Airport to Lijiang
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$95.42–$229.01

Air China

Website:
airchina.com/index.shtml
Plane from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport to Lijiang
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.23–$216.28
Plane from Chengdu Tianfu International Airport to Lijiang
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$95.42–$229.01

China Eastern Airlines

Website:
en.ceair.com/
Plane from Chengdu Tianfu International Airport to Diqing
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$120.86–$419.85
Plane from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport to Diqing
Ave. Duration:
7h 17m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$120.86–$559.79
Plane from Chengdu Tianfu International Airport to Lijiang
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$69.97–$267.17

Sichuan Airlines

Website:
ch.com/
Plane from Chengdu Tianfu International Airport to Diqing
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$139.95–$419.85
Plane from Chengdu Tianfu International Airport to Lijiang
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$69.97–$254.45

Tibet Airlines Corporation

Website:
tibetairlines.com/
Plane from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport to Lijiang
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.23–$216.28

Lucky Air Co. Ltd.

Website:
luckyair.net/
Plane from Chengdu Tianfu International Airport to Lijiang
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$69.97–$190.84

Train operators

China Railways G-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.cn/index/index.html
Train from Chengdu East to Chuxiong
Ave. Duration:
7h 5m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$82.70–$95.42
Train from Chengdu East to Dali
Ave. Duration:
8h 6m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$95.42–$108.14

China Railways C-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.com/
Train from Chuxiong to Lijiang
Ave. Duration:
2h 54m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$15.27–$22.90
Train from Lijiang to Shangri-La
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$7.00–$10.81

Chengdu metro

Website:
cdmetro.cn
Train from Century City to Tianfu
Ave. Duration:
46 min
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.53–$2.16

Bus operators

China Bus Guide

Website:
chinabusguide.com
Bus from Dali Ancient City to Lijiang
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$15.23
Bus from Lijiang Bus Station to Shangri-La
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$13.97

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Chengdu to Shangri-La?

The cheapest way to get from Chengdu to Shangri-La is to train which costs $86.96 - $119.57 and takes 14h 51m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chengdu to Shangri-La?

The fastest way to get from Chengdu to Shangri-La is to subway and fly which takes 3h 52m and costs $108.70 - $369.57 .

Is there a direct train between Chengdu and Shangri-La?

No, there is no direct train from Chengdu to Shangri-La. However, there are services departing from Tianfu Square and arriving at Shangri-La via Chengdu East, Chuxiong and Lijiang. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 51m.

How far is it from Chengdu to Shangri-La?

The distance between Chengdu and Shangri-La is 621 km. The road distance is 956.3 km.

How do I travel from Chengdu to Shangri-La without a car?

The best way to get from Chengdu to Shangri-La without a car is to train which takes 14h 51m and costs $86.96 - $119.57 .

How long does it take to get from Chengdu to Shangri-La?

It takes approximately 3h 52m to get from Chengdu to Shangri-La, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chengdu to Shangri-La train from?

Chengdu to Shangri-La train services, operated by China Railways G-Class, depart from Chengdu East station.

Train or fly from Chengdu to Shangri-La?

The best way to get from Chengdu to Shangri-La is to train which takes 14h 51m and costs $86.96 - $119.57 . Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $70.65 - $228.26 and takes 5h 23m.

Where does the Chengdu to Shangri-La train arrive?

Chengdu to Shangri-La train services, operated by China Railways G-Class, arrive at Chuxiong station.

Can I drive from Chengdu to Shangri-La?

Yes, the driving distance between Chengdu to Shangri-La is 956 km. It takes approximately 12h 17m to drive from Chengdu to Shangri-La.

Where can I stay near Shangri-La?

There are 40+ hotels available in Shangri-La. Prices start at $14.41 per night.
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