What is the difference between the most popular and the most frequent airline at Lijiang?

China Southern operates the most flights from the United States to Lijiang at 0 per week, while China Eastern is the airline most often selected by KAYAK users searching for flights from the United States to Lijiang. The two are often different because flight volume reflects an airline's schedule, while popularity reflects traveler choice.

How do I know if a flight to Lijiang is a good deal?

A good deal on a flight to Lijiang is around $1,299 round-trip. This fare is in the lowest 25% of round-trip prices searched on KAYAK, averaged across the cities most often searched as origins by KAYAK users.

What are the most popular airlines flying to Lijiang?

China Eastern is the most popular airline flying to Lijiang among KAYAK users, followed by Air China and China Southern.

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Thu, Oct 22 - Sun, Nov 1

12:00 pm - 10:30 amSFO San Francisco-LJG Lijiang

31h 30m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

11:40 am - 10:00 amLJG Lijiang-SFO San Francisco

37h 20m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

$880China Eastern

Fri, Oct 16 - Sun, Oct 25

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12:00 pm - 8:50 pmSFO San Francisco-LJG Lijiang

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41h 45m2 stops Guangzhou Baiyun Wuhan

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Thu, Oct 15 - Sun, Oct 25

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$1,073China Eastern

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5:55 pm - 8:40 pmLJG Lijiang-SFO San Francisco

41h 45m2 stops Guangzhou Baiyun Wuhan

$1,079Multiple Airlines

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$1,099China Eastern

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$1,121Multiple Airlines

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11:55 am - 8:40 pmLJG Lijiang-SFO San Francisco

23h 45m2 stops Shenzhen Wuhan

$1,183Multiple Airlines

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12:00 pm - 10:30 amSFO San Francisco-LJG Lijiang

31h 30m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

11:00 pm - 6:00 pmLJG Lijiang-SFO San Francisco

34h 00m2 stops Guangzhou Baiyun Ho Chi Minh City

$1,193Multiple Airlines

Thu, Oct 15 - Sun, Oct 25

12:35 am - 9:55 amSFO San Francisco-LJG Lijiang

42h 20m2 stops Wuhan Guangzhou Baiyun

5:55 pm - 8:40 pmLJG Lijiang-SFO San Francisco

41h 45m2 stops Guangzhou Baiyun Wuhan

$1,201China Southern

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Thu, Oct 22 - Sun, Nov 1

12:00 pm - 10:30 amSFO San Francisco-LJG Lijiang

31h 30m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

11:40 am - 10:00 amLJG Lijiang-SFO San Francisco

37h 20m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

$880China Eastern

Fri, Oct 16 - Sun, Oct 25

7:27 am - 10:25 amSFO San Francisco-LJG Lijiang

35h 58m2 stops Los Angeles Shanghai Pu Dong

11:40 am - 10:00 amLJG Lijiang-SFO San Francisco

37h 20m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

$1,004Multiple Airlines

Thu, Oct 15 - Sun, Oct 25

12:00 pm - 8:50 pmSFO San Francisco-LJG Lijiang

41h 50m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

5:55 pm - 8:40 pmLJG Lijiang-SFO San Francisco

41h 45m2 stops Guangzhou Baiyun Wuhan

$1,035Multiple Airlines

Thu, Oct 15 - Sun, Oct 25

12:00 pm - 10:30 amSFO San Francisco-LJG Lijiang

31h 30m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

11:40 am - 10:00 amLJG Lijiang-SFO San Francisco

37h 20m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

$1,073China Eastern

Sat, Oct 17 - Sun, Oct 25

12:00 pm - 10:30 amSFO San Francisco-LJG Lijiang

31h 30m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

5:55 pm - 8:40 pmLJG Lijiang-SFO San Francisco

41h 45m2 stops Guangzhou Baiyun Wuhan

$1,079Multiple Airlines

Sat, Oct 17 - Sun, Oct 25

12:00 pm - 10:30 amSFO San Francisco-LJG Lijiang

31h 30m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

11:40 am - 10:00 amLJG Lijiang-SFO San Francisco

37h 20m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

$1,099China Eastern

Thu, Oct 15 - Sat, Oct 24

12:00 pm - 8:50 pmSFO San Francisco-LJG Lijiang

41h 50m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

6:00 pm - 10:00 amLJG Lijiang-SFO San Francisco

55h 00m2 stops Wuhan Shanghai Pu Dong

$1,121Multiple Airlines

Thu, Oct 15 - Mon, Oct 26

12:00 pm - 8:50 pmSFO San Francisco-LJG Lijiang

41h 50m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

11:55 am - 8:40 pmLJG Lijiang-SFO San Francisco

23h 45m2 stops Shenzhen Wuhan

$1,183Multiple Airlines

Sat, Oct 17 - Sat, Oct 24

12:00 pm - 10:30 amSFO San Francisco-LJG Lijiang

31h 30m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong

11:00 pm - 6:00 pmLJG Lijiang-SFO San Francisco

34h 00m2 stops Guangzhou Baiyun Ho Chi Minh City

$1,193Multiple Airlines

Thu, Oct 15 - Sun, Oct 25

12:35 am - 9:55 amSFO San Francisco-LJG Lijiang

42h 20m2 stops Wuhan Guangzhou Baiyun

5:55 pm - 8:40 pmLJG Lijiang-SFO San Francisco

41h 45m2 stops Guangzhou Baiyun Wuhan

$1,201China Southern

Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for United States to Lijiang flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from the United States to Lijiang with more confidence.

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What is the cheapest flight to Lijiang?

San Francisco to Lijiang is the cheapest route at $880 round-trip, found in the past 5 days on KAYAK. KAYAK data shows this is also the most popular route.

How much is a flight to Lijiang?

A round-trip flight to Lijiang costs $1,871 on average, based on data over the past 12 months on KAYAK. Round-trip fares from San Francisco average $1,299, while Washington, D.C. runs a bit higher at $1,871.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Lijiang?

Evening flights to Lijiang are the cheapest at $1,634 round-trip on average. Afternoon flights are the most expensive at $3,442.

What is a good deal for flights to Lijiang?

Flights under $1,299 are considered a good deal. 25% of KAYAK users found round-trip flights to Lijiang at or below these prices, with the lowest fares from:
•San Francisco $1,299.

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Flight from Los Angeles to Lijiang

When to book flights to Lijiang

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Estimated round-trip price

KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. The information is for flights to Lijiang based on your location. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

What is the difference between the most popular and the most frequent airline at Lijiang?
China Southern operates the most flights from the United States to Lijiang at 0 per week, while China Eastern is the airline most often selected by KAYAK users searching for flights from the United States to Lijiang. The two are often different because flight volume reflects an airline's schedule, while popularity reflects traveler choice.
How do I know if a flight to Lijiang is a good deal?
A good deal on a flight to Lijiang is around $1,299 round-trip. This fare is in the lowest 25% of round-trip prices searched on KAYAK, averaged across the cities most often searched as origins by KAYAK users.

For flights to Lijiang, recent KAYAK data shows that stronger deals tend to land around $1,299 round-trip. If you see a fare below that threshold, it's a strong deal – book before the price climbs back up.
Before you book:

• Check the route's typical price range so you can spot a deal.
• Confirm baggage fees and seat-selection costs on budget carriers.
• Verify whether you need any travel documents beyond ID.
• Pick a departure airport, since your nearest may not be the cheapest origin.
Shift your departure to afternoon to save up to $1,808 per round-trip. Afternoon flights to Lijiang average $1,634 compared to $3,442 for noon flights. See the time-of-day chart above for the full breakdown.
Once you arrive in Lijiang, a few great places to start are Black Dragon Pond Park and Old Town of Lijiang. These are popular with first-time visitors and can give you a good feel for the area.