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

The cheapest way to get from Mandalay to Shangri-La is to taxi and fly and train which costs ¥950 - ¥4200 and takes 12h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mandalay to Shangri-La is to taxi and fly which takes 5h 48m and costs ¥1900 - ¥6000.

How far is it from Mandalay to Shangri-La?

The distance between Mandalay and Shangri-La is 819 km.

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

It takes approximately 5h 48m to get from Mandalay to Shangri-La, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Mandalay and Shangri-La?

Shangri-La is 1h 30m ahead of Mandalay. It is currently 7:42 PM in Mandalay and 9:12 PM in Shangri-La.

Where can I stay near Shangri-La?

There are 76+ hotels available in Shangri-La.

Mandalay to Shangri-La - 2 ways to travel via train, taxi, and plane

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There are 2 ways to get from Mandalay to Shangri-La by taxi, plane, or train

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Taxi, fly to Diqing Shangri-La Airport
best
1. Take the taxi from Mandalay to Mandalay International Airport (MDL)taxi
2. Fly from Mandalay International Airport (MDL) to Diqing Shangri-La Airport (DIG)plane MDL - DIG
5h 48m
¥1,948–5,794
Taxi, fly to Lijiang Sanyi Airport, train
cheapest
1. Take the taxi from Mandalay to Mandalay International Airport (MDL)taxi
2. Fly from Mandalay International Airport (MDL) to Lijiang Sanyi Airport (LJG)plane MDL - LJG
3. Take the train from Lijiang to Shangri-Latrain
12h 3m
¥961–4,177

Mandalay International Airport (MDL) to Diqing Shangri-La Airport (DIG) flights

8Weekly Planes

7h 2mAverage Duration

¥1,701Cheapest Price

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Distance: 819 km
Duration: 5h 48m

What companies run services between Mandalay, Myanmar and Shangri-La, China?

There is no direct connection from Mandalay to Shangri-La. However, you can take the taxi to Mandalay International Airport (MDL) airport, fly to Diqing Shangri-La Airport (DIG), then take the taxi to Shangri-La. Alternatively, you can take the taxi to Mandalay International Airport (MDL) airport, fly to Lijiang Sanyi Airport (LJG), walk to Lijiang Airport, take the bus to Lijiang Blue Sky Hotel, take the taxi to Lijiang, then take the train to Shangri-La.

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