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Kathmandu to Lijiang

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Cheapest
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Car
34 h 8 min
2572 km.
from $141
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Kathmandu, Nepal → Lijiang, China

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from {from} to {to}

Composite routes from Kathmandu to Lijiang

Cheapest
34 h 8 min
Car
2572 km.
from $141
Other
44 h 20 min
Bus, Train
1473 km.
from $141.37
18 h 50 min
Bus, Plane
1473 km.
from $267.41

Transport providers

Airlines

Air China

Website:
airchina.com/index.shtml
Plane from Kathmandu Airport to Dali
Ave. Duration:
14h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$173.91–$652.17

China Eastern Airlines

Website:
en.ceair.com/
Plane from Kathmandu Airport to Dali
Ave. Duration:
14h 30m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$141.30–$293.48

China Southern Airlines

Website:
csair.com/
Plane from Kathmandu Airport to Lijiang
Ave. Duration:
6h 40m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$184.78–$413.04
Plane from Kathmandu Airport to Dali
Ave. Duration:
18h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$173.91–$402.17

Sichuan Airlines

Website:
ch.com/
Plane from Kathmandu Airport to Lijiang
Ave. Duration:
6h 40m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$184.78–$413.04
Plane from Kathmandu Airport to Dali
Ave. Duration:
18h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$173.91–$402.17

Lucky Air Co. Ltd.

Website:
luckyair.net/
Plane from Kathmandu Airport to Lijiang
Ave. Duration:
9h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$184.78–$413.04

Train operators

China Railways C-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.com/
Train from Shangri-La to Lijiang
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$5.98–$9.24

Bus operators

Qichezhan

Website:
qichezhan.net/
Bus from Lasa North Suburb Coach Station to Shangri-La
Ave. Duration:
24h
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$74.67

China Bus Guide

Email:
Website:
chinabusguide.com
Bus from Dali Ancient City to Lijiang
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$13.01

Checi

Website:
checi.cn
Bus from Zhangmu to Lhasa
Ave. Duration:
15h
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$35.37

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Kathmandu to Lijiang?

The cheapest way to get from Kathmandu to Lijiang is to drive and bus and train which costs $130.43 - $152.17 and takes 44h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kathmandu to Lijiang?

The fastest way to get from Kathmandu to Lijiang is to fly which takes 7h 46m and costs $184.78 - $423.91 .

Is there a direct flight between Kathmandu and Lijiang?

There are no direct flights between Kathmandu and Lijiang. The fastest has 1 change and takes 6h 40m and costs $184.78 - $413.04 .

How far is it from Kathmandu to Lijiang?

The distance between Kathmandu and Lijiang is 1514 km.

How long does it take to get from Kathmandu to Lijiang?

It takes approximately 7h 46m to get from Kathmandu to Lijiang, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Kathmandu and Lijiang?

Lijiang is 2h 15m ahead of Kathmandu. It is currently 14:14 in Kathmandu and 16:29 in Lijiang.

Where can I stay near Lijiang?

There are 157+ hotels available in Lijiang. Prices start at $14.02 per night.
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