Dali (Xiaguan) to Shenzhen (DLU–SZX) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
DLU–SZX is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. China Southern Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 875 miles in approximately 2h 30m. Beyond nonstop, 11 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CZ China Southern Airlines | 6 | 320 | 2h30-2h35 | – | SkyTeam | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Shenzhen from Dali (Xiaguan)
| Metric | DLU→SZX | LJG→SZX | BSD→SZX |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from DLU | – | 71 mi | 83 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 2 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 6 | 10 | 7 |
| Flight time | 2h 30m | 2h 30m | 2h 25m |
Travel Essentials
DLU: CST · SZX: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Dali (Xiaguan), it's 6:00 PM in Shenzhen.
Metro Line 11 (Airport Express) connects to Futian station (30 min, ¥20) and Luohu (45 min, ¥28); from Futian you can cross to Hong Kong via the Futian/Lok Ma Chau checkpoint. Trains run 6am to midnight.Taxis to the city centre cost ¥60–100. Ferries to Hong Kong run from the adjacent Fuyong Ferry Terminal (45 min, HK$300–350); a convenient alternative to land crossings. Car rentals are limited; private car hire with driver is common for business travel.
Subtropical monsoon climate. Summers (May–September) are hot and very humid (28–34°C) with heavy monsoon rainfall and frequent typhoons. Typhoon season peaks July through September and can close the airport for 12–24 hours. Thunderstorms cause delays throughout the wet season.
Winters are mild and mostly dry (10–20°C). Spring brings persistent fog and drizzle (February–April) that can disrupt morning departures. October and November are the most pleasant months.
DLU–SZX Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from DLU to SZX
Dali Fengyi Airport (DLU) and Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) are connected by nonstop service from China Southern Airlines. With 6 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
DLU to SZX Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from DLU to SZX ranges from 2 hours 30 minutes to 2 hours 35 minutes. The route covers a distance of 875 miles (1,408 km). There are approximately 6 weekly flights outbound and 13 return, totaling 19 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
11 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via ZYI. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Lijiang (LJG), Baoshan (Longyang) (BSD) and Dehong (Mangshi) (LUM).