Daegu to Zhangjiajie (Yongding) (TAE–DYG) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
TAE–DYG is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. T'way Air, Sichuan Airlines and Eurofly Service lead the route. The flight covers 1,158 miles in approximately 3h 18m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TW T'way Air | 4 | 738 | 2h55 | – | – | – |
| 3U Sichuan Airlines | 2 | 320 | 3h15 | – | – | – |
| GJ Eurofly Service | 2 | 320 | 3h25 | – | – | – |
| ZE Eastar Jet | 2 | 738 | 3h20 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Zhangjiajie (Yongding) from Daegu
| Metric | TAE→DYG | PUS→DYG | CJJ→DYG |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from TAE | – | 52 mi | 86 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 4 | 2 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 10 | 11 | 7 |
| Flight time | 3h 18m | 3h 20m | 3h 20m |
Travel Essentials
TAE: KST · DYG: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Daegu, it's 5:00 PM in Zhangjiajie (Yongding).
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TAE–DYG Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from TAE to DYG
Daegu International Airport (TAE) and Zhangjiajie Hehua International Airport (DYG) are connected by nonstop service from T'way Air, Sichuan Airlines, Eurofly Service and Eastar Jet. With 10 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
TAE to DYG Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from TAE to DYG is about 3 hours 18 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,158 miles (1,864 km). There are approximately 10 weekly flights outbound and 8 return, totaling 18 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Shanghai Pudong, Incheon and Hong Kong. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Busan (PUS) and Cheongju (CJJ).