What is the cheapest way to get from Chengdu Airport (CTU) to Shangri-La?

The cheapest way to get from Chengdu Airport (CTU) to Shangri-La is to train which costs ¥700 - ¥900 and takes 13h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chengdu Airport (CTU) to Shangri-La?

The fastest way to get from Chengdu Airport (CTU) to Shangri-La is to subway and fly which takes 4h 7m and costs ¥700 - ¥3400.

Is there a direct train between Chengdu Airport (CTU) and Shangri-La?

No, there is no direct train from Chengdu Airport (CTU) to Shangri-La. However, there are services departing from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport and arriving at Shangri-La via Kunming South, Chuxiong and Lijiang. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 57m.

How far is it from Chengdu Airport (CTU) to Shangri-La?

The distance between Chengdu Airport (CTU) and Shangri-La is 523 km. The road distance is 895.5 km.

How do I travel from Chengdu Airport (CTU) to Shangri-La without a car?

The best way to get from Chengdu Airport (CTU) to Shangri-La without a car is to train which takes 13h 57m and costs ¥700 - ¥900.

How long does it take to get from Chengdu Airport (CTU) to Shangri-La?

It takes approximately 4h 27m to get from Chengdu Airport (CTU) to Shangri-La, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chengdu Airport (CTU) to Shangri-La train from?

Chengdu Airport (CTU) to Shangri-La train services, operated by China Railways G-Class, depart from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport station.

Train or fly from Chengdu Airport (CTU) to Shangri-La?

The best way to get from Chengdu Airport (CTU) to Shangri-La is to fly which takes 4h 27m and costs ¥3100 - ¥4000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥700 - ¥900 and takes 13h 57m.

Where does the Chengdu Airport (CTU) to Shangri-La train arrive?

Chengdu Airport (CTU) to Shangri-La train services, operated by China Railways G-Class, arrive at Kunming South station.

Can I drive from Chengdu Airport (CTU) to Shangri-La?

Yes, the driving distance between Chengdu Airport (CTU) to Shangri-La is 895 km. It takes approximately 11h 27m to drive from Chengdu Airport (CTU) to Shangri-La.

Where can I stay near Shangri-La?

There are 77+ hotels available in Shangri-La.

Chengdu Airport (CTU) to Shangri-La - 6 ways to travel via train, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Chengdu Airport (CTU) to Shangri-La by plane, subway, train, car, or bus

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Fly Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport to Diqing Shangri-La Airport
best
1. Fly from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) to Diqing Shangri-La Airport (DIG)plane CTU - DIG
4h 27m
¥3,101–3,979
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport to Kunming Southtrain
2. Take the train from Kunming South to Chuxiongtrain
3. Take the train from Chuxiong to Lijiangtrain
4. Take the train from Lijiang to Shangri-Latrain
13h 57m
¥699–866
Subway to Chengdu Tianfu International Airport, fly to Diqing Shangri-La Airport
1. Take the subway from Incubation Park to Tianfu International Airport Northsubway
2. Fly from Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU) to Diqing Shangri-La Airport (DIG)plane TFU - DIG
4h 7m
¥744–3,356
Drive 895.5 km
1. Drive from Chengdu Airport (CTU) to Shangri-Lacar 895.5 km
11h 27m
¥759–1,096
Fly Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport to Lijiang Sanyi Airport, train
1. Fly from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) to Lijiang Sanyi Airport (LJG)plane CTU - LJG
2. Take the train from Lijiang to Shangri-Latrain
5h 7m
¥1,909–3,663
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Chengdu East to Dalitrain
2. Take the bus from Dali Ancient City to Lijiang Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Lijiang Bus Station to Shangri-La Bus Stationbus
17h 42m
¥759–911

Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) to Diqing Shangri-La Airport (DIG) flights

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Distance: 523.3 km
Duration: 4h 27m

What companies run services between Chengdu Airport (CTU), China and Shangri-La, China?

China Eastern Airlines, Sichuan Airlines, and Air China fly from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) to Diqing Shangri-La Airport (DIG) 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a train from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport to Shangri-La via Kunming South, Chuxiong, and Lijiang in around 13h 57m.

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