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8 Days Lhasa to Everest Base Camp Small Group Tour
Lhasa - Yamdrok Lake - Gyantse - Shigatse - Everest Base Camp - Dinggye - Sakya - Shigatse - Lhasa
From USD949 p.p
15 Days Mount Kailash and Lake Manasarovar Small Group Tour
Lhasa - Gyantse - Shigatse - E.B.C - Lake Manasarovar - Kailash Trek - Saga - Shigatse - Lhasa
From USD2069 p.p
7 Days Lhasa to Kathmandu Small Group Tour
Lhasa - Shigatse - Everest Base Camp - Gyirong Border - Kathmandu
From USD989 p.p
10 Days Everest Base Camp with Lake Namtso Small Group Tour
Lhasa - Gyantse - Shigatse - EBC - Shigatse - Lhasa - Namtso Lake - Damxung - Lhasa
From USD1299 p.p
8 Days Kathmandu to Lhasa Driving Across Himalaya Overland Adventure Tour
Kathmandu - Gyirong Border - Everest Base Camp - Shigatse - Lhasa
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Flying is the easiest and most convenient way to get to Tibet. There are direct flights from major cities across mainland China, such as Beijing, Shanghai, Chengdu, Chongqing, Guangzhou, Xining, Kunming, and Xi’an. The only international flight to Tibet is from Kathmandu to Lhasa, which takes just 1.5 hours. Of all the cities offering domestic flights to Lhasa, Chengdu provides the most frequent non-stop service, with flights taking about 2.5 hours.
As the leading Tibet tour operator with years of experience, we’re here to make your flight journey as smooth as possible. We can help book your flight, apply for your Tibet Travel Permit, and arrange the whole tour for you.
For any inquiries or trip ideas, feel free to contact us. We’re happy to provide detailed information at no cost!
Check detailed information about flights from the most popular destinations to Tibet.
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There is one direct flight between Lhasa and Kathmandu operated by Himalaya Airlines, departing every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.
Flight Time: 1h 25min
Stopover: Nonstop
Frequency: 3 Times Per Week
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Operated by Air China and Tibet Airlines, flights from Beijing to Lhasa depart two to three times each day, taking about four hours for the non-stop journey.
Flight Time: 4h 15min
Stopover: Nonstop
Frequency: 2 - 3 Flights Per Day
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Chengdu offers the most frequent direct flights to Lhasa, providing over 20 flights during the peak season, with a flight time of just about 2 hours.
Flight Time: 2h 10min
Stopover: Nonstop
Frequency: 23 Flights Per Day
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There are two daily flights from Shanghai to Lhasa, each making a stop in either Xi'an or Chengdu, with a total flight time of approximately 8 hours.
Flight Time: 7h 40m
Stopover: Stop in Xian or Chengdu
Frequency: 2 Flights Per Day
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Chongqing offers over 10 daily nonstop flights to Lhasa and is also one of the closest airports to Tibet.
Flight Time: 2h 40min
Stopover: Nonstop
Frequency: 10 Flights Per Day
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Currently, there are two direct flights from Guangzhou to Lhasa, each with a stopover in either Chongqing or Diqing, and the total flight journey takes about 6 hours.
Flight Time: 5h 55min
Stopover: Stop in Chongqing
Frequency: 2 Flights Per Day
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There are 4 direct flights to Lhasa from Xining each day, with a flight time of approximately 2 hours and 20 minutes.
Flight Time: 2h 20min
Stopover: Nonstop
Frequency: 4 Flights Per Day
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From Kunming, there are 5 daily flights to Lhasa, taking around 2 hours and 40 minutes, making it the fastest way to travel from this city to Tibet.
Flight Time: 2h 40min
Stopover: Nonstop
Frequency: 5 Flights Per Day
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The flight from Xi’an to Lhasa is a popular choice for many tourists because of its high frequency of 10 flights per day and a short travel time of about 3 hours.
Flight Time: 3h 05min
Stopover: Nonstop
Frequency: 10 Flights Per Day
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Currently, there are no direct flights from Hong Kong to Lhasa. However, you can take a connecting flight through Chengdu, Chongqing, Xi'an, Beijing, or Kunming.
Flight Time: Over 13 hrs
Stopover: Stop in Chengdu, Chongqing etc
Frequency: Every Day
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There are 7 daily flights from Chengdu to Nyingchi during peak season, all departing in the morning and taking about 2 hours.
Flight Time: 2h 5min
Stopover: Nonstop
Frequency: 7 Flights Per Day
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There are two daily non-stop flights between Chengdu and Shigatse, with a flight time of about two and a half hours to reach Shigatse Peace Airport.
Flight Time: 2h 30min
Stopover: Nonstop
Frequency: 2 Flights Per Day
Currently, there are a total of 5 airports in Tibet, situated in various regions of the plateau. Check for the details.
Lhasa Gonggar Airport
Located on the southbank of the Brahmaputra River, Lhasa Gonggar Airport is at an altitude of 3600 meters. It is the major airport used by travelers to fly to Tibet.
Shigatse Peace Airport
Being 41.5 kilometers away from Shigatse downtown, the airport is a 4C joint civil-military regional airport. At present, there are direct flights from Chengdu to Shigatse Peace Airport.
Nyingchi Milin Airport
Located 50 kilometers from Bayi Town, Nyingchi, the airport lies at an altitude of 2,949 m above sea level. Currently, tourists can take flights to Nyingchi Milin Airport from Chengdu and Chongqing.
Ali Kunsha Airport
The airport is one of the highest airports in the world, with an elevation of 4272 meters. Tourists who go to visit Mount Kailash can take flights from Lhasa to Ali Kunsha Airport, before transfering to the holy mountain.
Chamdo Bangda Airport
It is currently the highest airport in the world, situated at an elevation of 4,334 meters. Located 136 kilometers from the nearest town of Chamdo, the airport receives flights from Chengdu and Chongqing.
How long is the flight to Tibet?
There are several kinds of situations depending on from where you will fly to Tibet. It can be as short as no more than 2 hours, or as long as more than one day.
Firstly, if you have entered mainland of China or Nepal, and plan to fly to Tibet, then you can take a direct flight forward. The shortest time is around 1.5 h for the flight from Kathmandu to Lhasa. And the longest time will be around 8 hours, for the flight from Shanghai to Lhasa, which has a stopover in Xi’an or Chengdu.
But if you depart from overseas or distant cities in US, UK, or Australia etc., then you will need to have a connecting flight, to first fly to Mainland China or Kathmandu in Nepal. You flight time will cover two parts of the flights, plus the time for transferring at the airport.
How much does it cost to fly to Tibet?
Depending on departure city and departure time, airfares to Tibet can vary considerably.Generally, for the short flight journey from Kathmandu to Lhasa, the ticket fare of economy-class starts from $214. And the flight from Beijing to Lhasa starts from around $500 for economy class.
It is recommended to check the online flight booking site from time to time, so as to follow the latest updates. Or, you can contact us to help you check the flights and schedules based on your travel plan.
How to find cheap flights to Tibet?
1. Try to avoid the high travel season. For a Tibet tour, the peak travel time is from April to October, especially in May, June, July, and August. So you can book your flight in winter season, when there are also discounts offered by many airlines.
2. Choose the connecting flight instead. If you have sufficient time, you can ignore the direct flights that usually charge high prices. For example, the connecting flight from Shanghai to Lhasa will cost around $112, which is only a third of a direct flight price, although it will stop for 8 hours in Chongqing on the way.
3. Book your flight in advance. You can usually get the cheapest rates by booking your flights in advance, usually a month in advance is best.
4. Compare more booking websites. Make more inquiries and comparisons before you decide your booking. Also, sometimes, the official site of the airlines will offer price guarantee.
Is it better to take the train or flight to Tibet?
There is no sheer saying that take a train is better than the flight or the other way around. Flight is more suitable for time-limited travelers, or who want to spend more days in Tibet after arrival. Whereas, the train can cost less for budget travelers, and one can also view different scenery passing by the railway.
It is a wise choice to combine both train and flight for your Tibet trip. For example, if you fly from Guangzhou to Lhasa, which has far-away distance, you can first fly to Xining, and then board the train to Tibet.
Which city is the best for flying to Tibet?
Chengdu is the top choice for flying to Tibet, offering unmatched flexibility with numerous daily direct flights and the shortest flight duration.
However, your choice of departure city ultimately depends on convenience and personal preferences. Cities like Beijing and Xi'an also serve as gateway destinations for flights to Lhasa, each with its unique attractions.
If you need assistance in planning your Tibet tour and flights, feel free to share your travel plans with us. Our travel consultants will create the best itinerary to suit your needs and help arrange your tickets for the journey to Tibet.
Discover our top 6 Tibet small group tours, ranging from 5 to 15 days. With fixed departure dates and the best local prices, you can join like-minded travelers to explore the best of Tibet!
8 Days Lhasa to Everest Base Camp Small Group Tour
Tour Route: Lhasa - Yamdrok Lake - Gyantse - Shigatse - Everest Base Camp - Dinggye - Sakya - Shigatse - Lhasa
Be enveloped in the Tibetan landscape's vast expanses, including the magnificent Mt. Everest with this unforgettable 8-day join-in tour for Mt. Everest.
15 Days Mount Kailash and Lake Manasarovar Small Group Tour
Tour Route: Lhasa - Gyantse - Shigatse - E.B.C - Lake Manasarovar - Kailash Trek - Saga - Shigatse - Lhasa
To find the best spiritual experience in Tibet? Look no further than 3-day Mt. Kailash kora. This 15-day Lhasa to Mt.Kailash tour via EBC combines almost all the highlights of Tibet tour within 2 weeks.
7 Days Lhasa to Kathmandu Small Group Tour
Tour Route: Lhasa - Shigatse - Everest Base Camp - Gyirong Border - Kathmandu
Crammed full of rich cultural tradition and endless landscapes, there is something for everyone with this 7 days overland group tour from Lhasa to Kathmandu.
5 Days Lhasa and Yamdrok Lake Small Group Tour
Tour Route: Lhasa - Yamdrok Lake - Lhasa
This 5-day Lhasa and Yamdrok Lake tour covers the major attractions in Lhasa, including Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple, Sera Monastery, and a day tour to the holy lake Yamdrok, one of the three sacred lakes in Tibet.
10 Days Everest Base Camp with Lake Namtso Small Group Tour
Tour Route: Lhasa - Gyantse - Shigatse - EBC - Shigatse - Lhasa - Namtso Lake - Damxung - Lhasa
Spend 10 days to see the best of Tibet from Lhasa to Mount Everest with a day trip to the Holy Lake Namtso and enjoy the stunning natural beauty, the mysterious culture and religion of this holy land in just one go.
8 Days Kathmandu to Lhasa Driving Across Himalaya Overland Adventure Tour
Tour Route: Kathmandu - Gyirong Border - Everest Base Camp - Shigatse - Lhasa
This 8-day overland trip from Kathmandu to Lhasa will take you to travel across the deep gorges on the edge of the Himalaya, visit the local villages along the way, and explore the Tibet culture from the ancient monasteries passing by. Check for detailed info here.
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