On this page, you can book flight tickets for the route from Lijiang to Jinan. The flight, covering a distance of 1,929 km, operates regularly. You can get to the departure airport and reach the city after arrival by public transport or taxi.
The main flights on this route are provided by Shandong Airlines and Beijing Capital Airlines. Ticket prices change constantly, so a price trend chart and a low-fare calendar are available on the page to help you choose the best dates.
The table shows direct flights Lijiang → Jinan on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 3 h 5 min. Regular flights are operated by Beijing Capital Airlines and Shandong Airlines. Departures from Lijiang Airport airports, arrivals at Jinan Yaoqiang International Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Lijiang — Jinan by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 497 in y, and the most expensive are around AED 1,897 in a. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Lijiang → Jinan, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 583 | medium | May | AED 676 | high | Sep | AED 553 | medium |
| Feb | AED 491 | low | Jun | AED 614 | medium | Oct | AED 737 | high |
| Mar | AED 553 | medium | Jul | AED 706 | high | Nov | AED 522 | low |
| Apr | AED 583 | medium | Aug | AED 706 | high | Dec | AED 522 | low |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The highest temperatures in Jinan are recorded in June and July, when the air warms up to 32°C. July and August are also the wettest months of the year with the highest rainfall, while January remains the coldest period.
The lowest flight cost is observed in July 2026, starting AED 497. Peak prices occur in May 2027, when fares start AED 1,898.
The best time to fly is considered to be September, when the heat subsides to comfortable levels and the likelihood of heavy rain decreases. The period from July to August should be chosen with caution due to high humidity and changeable weather.
Two airlines operate regular flights on the Lijiang — Jinan route, with Shandong Airlines and Beijing Capital Airlines leading in terms of passenger volume. On average, there are about 6 departures per week, including convenient direct flights. You can view the full flight schedule and choose the best option by day of the week in the interactive list below.
Flights Lijiang — Jinan depart from Lijiang Airport and arrive at Jinan Yaoqiang International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The distance between the cities is 1,929 km. A direct flight at standard cruising speed takes approximately 2 hours and 20 minutes.
Regular air service between the cities is provided by Chinese carriers Shandong Airlines (SC) and Beijing Capital Airlines (JD).
Yes, direct flights are operated on this route, allowing you to reach your destination as quickly as possible without any layovers.
Flight prices change constantly depending on demand and season. You can always check the current minimum for specific dates in the low-fare calendar on our page.
Flights from Lijiang arrive at Jinan International Airport (TNA), which is conveniently connected to the city center by public transport.
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