Private charter between Chengdu and Dali starts at US$9,500 aboard a very light jet.
This route runs both ways — Chengdu (CTU) to Dali (DLU) and Dali to Chengdu — timed and priced alike.
The straight-line distance between Chengdu and Dali is about 651 km (405 miles), or 352 nautical miles.
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Expect US$9,500 – US$25,000 for a one-way charter between Chengdu and Dali, depending on the aircraft — a very light jet sits at the lower end, larger jets above. Pets are welcome in-cabin on every option.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. It seats 4-6 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
The popular choice for this distance — strong value and cabin comfort. With seating for 6-8, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (CNY) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very Light Jet · rec. | 1h 18m | 1h 10m – 1h 26m | ¥69,000 | 4-6 |
| Light Jet | 1h 14m | 1h 07m – 1h 21m | ¥91,000 | 6-8 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (CNY) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 1h 18m | ¥69,000 – ¥98,000 (~US$9,500 – US$13,500) | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 1h 16m | ¥76,000 – ¥110,000 (~US$10,500 – US$15,000) | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 1h 14m | ¥83,000 – ¥120,000 (~US$11,500 – US$16,000) | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (CNY) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ | 1h 14m | ¥91,000 – ¥130,000 (~US$12,500 – US$17,500) | 6-8 |
| Embraer Phenom 300E | 1h 12m | ¥100,000 – ¥140,000 (~US$14,000 – US$19,000) | 6-8 |
| Learjet 75 Liberty | 1h 09m | ¥110,000 – ¥150,000 (~US$15,000 – US$21,000) | 6-8 |
The return leg uses the same aircraft and guide pricing; timings may shift up to ±10% depending on winds.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available. Currency conversion is approximate.
Jet charter costs between Chengdu and Dali are driven by three main factors: the direct distance and winds on the day, fuel costs at both ends, and airside fees at each airport. Final pricing is confirmed against real aircraft availability before you book.
Both cities are served by several airports, giving flexibility on slots and routing:
Chengdu, China: Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport, Chengdu Tianfu International Airport and Guanghan Airport.
Dali, China: Dali Fengyi Airport.
| Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport | Dali Fengyi Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | ZUUU / CTU | ZPDL / DLU |
| Longest hard runway | 11,811 ft | 8,202 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 1,625 ft | 7,050 ft |
Dali Fengyi Airport is at 7,050 ft, high enough to reduce performance on a warm day; your operator may limit payload on arrival.
All 21 aircraft we quote for Chengdu to Dali can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport has 11,811 ft and Dali Fengyi Airport 8,202 ft, both comfortably beyond the 6,000 ft the largest types here need, so field length is not what decides the aircraft on this route — cabin size and range are. The leg is 651 km.
Alternates within range: Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (13,123 ft, 55 km) · Guanghan Airport (7,218 ft, 57 km)
You speak to people, not chatbots. A response with real aircraft options is typically with you within the hour.
No hubs, no layovers, no fixed departures. The Chengdu–Dali sector leaves when you do.
Commercial adds hours in terminals. Private charter cuts the Chengdu–Dali trip to about 1h 18m gate to gate.
Private jets access far more airports than commercial flights — reducing transfers and getting you closer to where you need to be.
The Chengdu to Dali route is a popular domestic private-jet path for both business travellers and leisure flyers seeking direct access without commercial schedules.
As a guide, charter ranges US$9,500 – US$25,000 one-way — from a very light jet (Embraer Phenom 100EV) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
About 1h 18m gate to gate over 651 km (405 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
Very Light Jet, Light Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a very light jet for value and comfort on this distance.
Yes — we handle last-minute Chengdu–Dali charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Yes. Our Chengdu–Dali charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Of course: Dali to Chengdu runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
