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Dali Airport

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Gateway to misty mountains and ancient towns
Airport in China
28 destinations

Dalu Airport serves Yunnan Province’s cultural hub Dali, a city known for its ancient architecture and scenic lakes. The airport provides easy access to the region’s tea plantations, mountain trails and historic sites. Modern facilities include clean restrooms, seating areas and clear signage in multiple languages. Travelers can find food stalls serving local dishes like cross-border skewers and fresh rice noodles near the arrivals hall. Public transport connects the airport to Dali’s city center via bus routes that run regularly throughout the day.

Last update: 12 Oct 2026
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Dali Airport Summary
Dali Airport is an airport near Dali City in China. It currently offers regular passenger service to 28 destinations operated by 10 airlines.
Top airlines
Logo of China Eastern Airlines
China Eastern Airlines (MU)
112 flights per week
Logo of Lucky Air
Lucky Air (8L)
70 flights per week
Logo of Tibet Airlines
Tibet Airlines (TV)
42 flights per week
Top destinations
Cheapest destinations
Best destinations
China – Quick facts
Power Grid: 220 V, 50 Hz
Plug: Type A , Type I
Type A:
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Type I:
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Currency: Chinese Yuan Renminbi (CNY)
£1 ≈ CN¥8.88
Cashless info: Rating 5/5
Cashless payments are widely accepted in China, particularly in urban areas. Mobile payment services like Alipay and WeChat Pay are commonly used.

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eSIM providers: Best value: Saily
Flexibility: Airalo
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Tipping: Tipping is not customary in China and is not expected, although it may be appreciated in high-end restaurants or by hotel staff for exceptional service.
Public drinking: Public drinking is generally not allowed in many places in China, but it is common in restaurants and bars.
Public smoking: Smoking is prohibited in many indoor public spaces, such as restaurants and public transport, but enforcement can vary.
Chinese New Year
(January/February)
Major holiday with family gatherings and public celebrations
National Day
(1 October)
National holiday with parades and festivities
Emergency contact: Emergency Numbers: 110 (Police), 120 (Ambulance), 119 (Fire)
Taxi apps: DiDi, Uber
Other: China is known for its vast cultural heritage, including historical landmarks like the Great Wall, the Forbidden City, and the Terracotta Army. It offers diverse landscapes ranging from mountains to beaches.

Top destinations from Dali Airport

Destination
Duration/Price
Weekdays
Airlines
Info
TFU Chengdu

1 h 34 min.
£200 (avg.)
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T
W
T
F
S
S
7-8 flights per day
Logo of China Eastern Airlines +5
CKG Chongqing

1 h 54 min.
£320 (avg.)
M
T
W
T
F
S
S
5-6 flights per day
Logo of Air China +3
CAN Guangzhou

2 h 35 min.
£430 (avg.)
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T
W
T
F
S
S
4 flights per day
Logo of China Eastern Airlines +2
SZX Shenzhen

2 h 30 min.
£450 (avg.)
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T
W
T
F
S
S
3-4 flights per day
Logo of China Eastern Airlines +1
PVG Shanghai

3 h 37 min.
£650 (avg.)
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T
W
T
F
S
S
3-4 flights per day
Logo of China Eastern Airlines +2
HGH Hangzhou

3 h 09 min.
£550 (avg.)
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T
W
T
F
S
S
3-4 flights per day
Logo of China Eastern Airlines +2
PKX Beijing

3 h 23 min.
£600 (avg.)
M
T
W
T
F
S
S
3 flights per day
Logo of China Eastern Airlines +1
CSX Changsha

2 h 21 min.
£390 (avg.)
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T
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T
F
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S
3 flights per day
Logo of China Eastern Airlines +2

Top airlines operating at Dali Airport

Airline
Rating
Skytrax rank
Statistics
Top destinations from here
Logo of China Eastern Airlines
China Eastern Airlines (MU)
# 98

12 destinations
112 flights per week
Most to: Chengdu Best: Shanghai
Logo of Lucky Air
Lucky Air (8L)

11 destinations
70 flights per week
Most/Best:
Shanghai
Logo of Tibet Airlines
Tibet Airlines (TV)

9 destinations
42 flights per week
Most/Best:
Chengdu
Logo of Air China
Air China (CA)

3 destinations
38 flights per week
Most to: Chengdu Best: Beijing
Logo of China Southern Airlines
China Southern Airlines (CZ)
# 33

3 destinations
35 flights per week
Most/Best:
Guangzhou
Logo of Beijing Capital Airlines
Beijing Capital Airlines (JD)

4 destinations
28 flights per week
Most/Best:
Beijing
Logo of China West Air
China West Air (PN)

3 destinations
24 flights per week
Most/Best:
Chongqing
Logo of Chongqing Airlines
Chongqing Airlines (OQ)

3 destinations
21 flights per week
Most to: Guangzhou Best: Chengdu
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