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Flights from Dubai to Lijiang

There are no direct flights from Dubai to Lijiang. The easiest way is one stop via Kunming or Chongqing, about 8h 51m door to door.

No direct flights · 2 connection options From 8h 51m
DXBLJGKMG

Dubai to Lijiang at a glance

Fastest journey8h 51mEstimated
Nonstop flightsNoneConnect via Kunming or Chongqing

Best ways to fly from Dubai to Lijiang

Ranked by how easy the connection is: one airline or alliance first (bags and connection protected), then the quickest self-transfer options.

1
DXB Kunming (KMG) LJG
Leg 1: China Eastern Airlines · Leg 2: China Eastern Airlines, Lucky Air
One airline, one ticket ~8h 51m
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DXB Chongqing (CKG) LJG
Leg 1: Air China · Leg 2: Lucky Air, Sichuan Airlines, West Air
Self-transfer likely ~10h 41m
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Connections are computed from flights actually flown over the last 8 weeks, with at least 45 minutes to change on one airline and 2 hours on separate tickets. Times are local. The search shows live itineraries and exact times.

Good to know

Distance
4,472 km2,777 miles
Journey time
8h 51mestimate
Time difference
+4hLijiang vs Dubai
Currency in Lijiang
CNY
Airports
DXB, DWC → LJG

Flights from Dubai to Lijiang: questions answered

Are there direct flights from Dubai to Lijiang?
No. There is no nonstop service, so you will connect, most easily in Kunming and Chongqing. Some connections are on one airline or alliance, so your bags and connection are protected on a single ticket.
How long is the flight from Dubai to Lijiang?
With one connection the journey usually takes around 8h 51m, depending on the layover. The straight-line distance is 4,472 km.
Where do you change planes between Dubai and Lijiang?
The best connecting points are Kunming (KMG) and Chongqing (CKG). China Eastern Airlines flies both legs via Kunming, so you can book it as one ticket.
Which airports serve Dubai and Lijiang?
Dubai: Dubai International Airport (DXB) and Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC). Lijiang: Lijiang Sanyi International Airport (LJG).
What is the time difference between Dubai and Lijiang?
Lijiang is 4 hours ahead of Dubai.

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