Charter Chengdu to Daocheng privately from US$8,000, about 1h 12m gate to gate. Request your price in minutes.
This route runs both ways — Chengdu (CTU) to Daocheng (DCY) and Daocheng to Chengdu — timed and priced alike.
As the crow flies, Chengdu to Daocheng is roughly 399 kilometres — 248 miles, or 215 nautical miles.
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Guide pricing for Chengdu–Daocheng spans US$8,000 – US$15,500: from a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX) at the entry level to a very light jet (Embraer Phenom 100EV) at the top. All cabins are pet-friendly — travel with dogs and pets beside you.
Short-runway specialist — ideal for remote airstrips and island hops. With seating for 6-9, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. It seats 4-6 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (CNY) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 1h 12m | 1h 05m – 1h 19m | ¥58,000 | 6-9 |
| Very Light Jet | 57 min | 51 min – 1h 03m | ¥69,000 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (CNY) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 1h 12m | ¥58,000 – ¥80,000 (~US$8,000 – US$11,000) | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 1h 08m | ¥65,000 – ¥87,000 (~US$9,000 – US$12,000) | 8-11 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (CNY) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 57 min | ¥69,000 – ¥98,000 (~US$9,500 – US$13,500) | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 56 min | ¥76,000 – ¥110,000 (~US$10,500 – US$15,000) | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 55 min | ¥83,000 – ¥120,000 (~US$11,500 – US$16,000) | 4-6 |
Outbound and return are priced alike on identical aircraft; expect roughly ±10% variation in time by wind.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available. Currency conversion is approximate.
Guide prices reflect the key cost drivers on this sector — distance, fuel costs at both ends, and airport fees at both ends. Every quote is checked against live availability before we confirm it.
Private departures on this route use the following airports — we will recommend the best fit for your schedule:
Chengdu, China: Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport, Chengdu Tianfu International Airport and Guanghan Airport.
Daocheng, China: Daocheng Yading Airport.
| Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport | Daocheng Yading Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | ZUUU / CTU | ZUDC / DCY |
| Longest hard runway | 11,811 ft | 13,780 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Concrete |
| Field elevation | 1,625 ft | 14,472 ft |
Daocheng Yading Airport sits at 14,472 ft. At this altitude thinner air lengthens the takeoff roll and cuts maximum weight — expect a payload or fuel trade on arrival.
All 21 aircraft we quote for Chengdu to Daocheng can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport has 11,811 ft and Daocheng Yading Airport 13,780 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 399 km.
Alternates within range: Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (13,123 ft, 55 km) · Guanghan Airport (7,218 ft, 57 km)
Choose your wheels-up time — Chengdu–Daocheng runs on your calendar, not an airline's.
A private terminal, a direct boarding ramp, and 1h 12m to your destination. That's the full journey.
Flexibility at both ends: we pick the most convenient airfield, not the busiest one.
We publish the price band (US$8,000 – US$15,500) so you can plan before committing. The confirmed quote has no surprises.
Demand on Chengdu–Daocheng comes from corporate trips and getaways in equal measure — a domestic route where private charter pays off in time and privacy.
Budget US$8,000 – US$15,500 one-way depending on aircraft; a turboprop sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
About 1h 12m gate to gate over 399 km (248 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
Turboprop, Very Light Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a turboprop for value and comfort on this distance.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Chengdu–Daocheng departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Yes. Our Chengdu–Daocheng charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Yes — the route is fully bidirectional, with the same guide price and timing on the return leg.
