£118 Cheap Flights to Shangri-La

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Cheap round-trip flights to Shangri-La

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at £118 for one-way flights and £199 for round trip, for the period specified. Be sure to select the 'Direct flights only' box above if you are looking for a non stop route. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

China Eastern Airlines
Thu, 11 Jun - Sat, 13 Jun
BKK
Bangkok
LJG
Lijiang
£199 Return, found 1 day ago
£199
Return
found 1 day ago
Select China Eastern Airlines flight, departing Thu, 11 Jun from Bangkok to Lijiang, returning Sat, 13 Jun, priced at £199 found 1 day ago
Xiamen Airlines
Fri, 1 May - Tue, 19 May
KUL
Kuala Lumpur
LJG
Lijiang
£231 Return, found 5 days ago
£231
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Xiamen Airlines flight, departing Fri, 1 May from Kuala Lumpur to Lijiang, returning Tue, 19 May, priced at £231 found 5 days ago
Shandong Airlines
Thu, 11 Jun - Sat, 13 Jun
BKK
Bangkok
LJG
Lijiang
£237 Return, found 1 day ago
£237
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Shandong Airlines flight, departing Thu, 11 Jun from Bangkok to Lijiang, returning Sat, 13 Jun, priced at £237 found 1 day ago
China Southern Airlines
Tue, 30 Jun - Tue, 14 Jul
KUL
Kuala Lumpur
LJG
Lijiang
£238 Return, found 5 days ago
£238
Return
found 5 days ago
Select China Southern Airlines flight, departing Tue, 30 Jun from Kuala Lumpur to Lijiang, returning Tue, 14 Jul, priced at £238 found 5 days ago
Sichuan Airlines
Sat, 2 May - Sat, 9 May
KUL
Kuala Lumpur
LJG
Lijiang
£249 Return, found 5 days ago
£249
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Sichuan Airlines flight, departing Sat, 2 May from Kuala Lumpur to Lijiang, returning Sat, 9 May, priced at £249 found 5 days ago

Frequently asked questions

What is the name of Shangri-La's airport?
Most visitors like to fly into Lijiang Airport (LJG) when visiting Shangri-La.
What airport is best to fly into Shangri-La?
Diqing Shangri-La Airport is the main airport in Shangri-La. Before you jet off, it's a smart idea to know a little about it. It sits 18 kms (11 miles) from the centre of town.
How many airlines fly to Shangri-La?
There are a total of 21 airlines connecting Shangri-La to 45 airports globally.
Which airlines fly to Shangri-La?
China Southern Airlines, Chongqing Airlines and Shenzhen Airlines fly the most frequently to Shangri-La. The majority of flights come in from Guangzhou, with China Southern Airlines having the most services on this route.
How many nonstop flights are there to Shangri-La?
Flying to somewhere new is much more straightforward when there aren't any stopovers involved. If you're making your way to Shangri-La, the fantastic news is that there are approximately 592 nonstop flights operating every week.
Where are the most popular flights to Shangri-La departing from?
Travellers often depart from Guangzhou, Kunming and Nanjing airports when heading to Shangri-La.
How long is the flight to Shangri-La Airport?
Where you depart from determines how much of the in-flight entertainment you'll get to see. From Guangzhou to Shangri-La, the average flight time is 3 hours and 12 minutes. From Kunming it's around 1 hour and 8 minutes, and from Nanjing it's 3 hours and 31 minutes.
How to book the cheapest flight to Shangri-La?
If you want to save some cash on your trip to Shangri-La, listen up! As every experienced traveller knows, don't leave booking until the last minute. Fares are generally more expensive just prior to the departure date. Don't stop there, though. Do some research and see if there are multiple airports at your destination. Prices often differ depending on which airport you use. Don't forget to compare prices across airlines too. Lastly, another simple way to save some money is be ready to book at a moment's notice. If you spot a terrific deal, don't think twice — grab it while the opportunity's there.
Do you have any tips for my flight to Shangri-La?
Wherever you're jetting in from, flying can be a seamless experience if you've planned ahead. Check out these handy travel tips that will get your Shangri-La holiday started on the right note. What to pack in your hand luggage:

  • Travelling on a plane can be a comfortable experience if you pack the right things. First of all you'll need basic toiletry items, such as lip balm and hand cream, a fresh set of clothes and something to read. Secondly, find a spot in your carry-on bag for your phone, tablet and chargers, your medications and maybe a quality neck pillow too. Last, but definitely not least, be sure to take your passport, travel docs and your credit cards.

Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:

  • Double-check that you don't have a pocket knife hiding in the bottom of your carry-on luggage. Other restricted items include explosive or flammable goods, such as bleach and fuel, and gels and liquids in containers with a capacity of more than 3.4 ounces (100 millilitres).

What to wear on a flight:

  • Comfort should be your main priority when choosing what to wear on board. Loose clothing is a smart choice, as are flat, closed-toe shoes.
  • Deep vein thrombosis (DVT), a blood clotting condition caused by prolonged inactivity, can be a risk on long-haul flights. Wander around the cabin and stretch your legs or do some gentle exercises in your seat to improve your circulation.

How to get through airport security fast when flying to Shangri-La?
The trick is to be well organised before you get to the airport security gate. That way, you'll be boarding that plane to Shangri-La in next to no time. Follow these helpful tips and get your trip off to a great start:

  • Be sure to keep your boarding pass and passport close by. They're the first things you'll be asked to present to airport security.
  • The X-ray machine comes next. Remove anything on you that is likely to set off the alarm. This includes things like earphones or headphones, as well as heavy coats or jackets. They'll need to be placed on the conveyor belt for screening.
  • For just a few minutes, you'll have to unplug from technology. Your laptop, phone and any other electronic devices will also need to be sent through the scanner.
  • Any gels or liquids, such as perfume or toothpaste, that you want to take on board need to be in containers no greater than 3.4 ounces (100 millilitres). Also, everything must fit inside a quart-size (one litre), zip-lock bag.
  • There's a good chance you'll be required to take your shoes off for scanning, so wearing slip-on shoes is always a wise idea.
  • Airlines will not allow any sharp items or pocket knives in the cabin. If you must bring these kinds of items, put them in your checked luggage.

Travel information

Destination airport
Lijiang
Destination airport IATA code
LJG
Destination city name
Lijiang
Return price
£472

Trending flights to Shangri-La

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at £118 for one-way flights and £199 for round trip, for the period specified. Be sure to select the 'Direct flights only' box above if you are looking for a non stop route. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Tianjin Airlines
Fri, 8 May - Sat, 23 May
LHR
London
LJG
Lijiang
£573 Return, found 6 days ago
£573
Return
found 6 days ago
Select Tianjin Airlines flight, departing Fri, 8 May from London to Lijiang, returning Sat, 23 May, priced at £573 found 6 days ago

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