How to find cheap flights to Dali Airport (DLU)
₹ 49,475 is currently the cheapest price for a round-trip flight to Dali Airport. For a one-way plane ticket to DLU, the lowest fare is ₹ 19,113.
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Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to lock in the lowest price on tickets to Dali City, where Dali Airport is located, if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
Select the 'Add nearby airports' option and broaden your search for cheap flights to Dali City. This will list every airport around your departure and arrival points.
If you aren't in a rush to get to Dali City, consider taking a longer or less direct route. You could find cheaper plane tickets to Dali Airport if you book a flight with a stop or two.
Best time to go to Dali City
May is generally the cheapest month to catch a flight to Dali City.
If you can be flexible with your dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. You'll be able to find the cheapest month, and even day of the year, for flights to DLU.
Travel to Dali City in July if you want to go when it's busy. This is the most popular month for flights to DLU, but also when fares are likely to be more expensive.
April is the quietest period of the year to visit if you're after a more relaxed pace. You'll typically find cheaper prices on plane tickets to Dali City then.
Check the weather conditions before you travel. May brings the warmest days in Dali City, with averages of between 13ºC and 26ºC.
Ranging from 1ºC to 15ºC, January brings the lowest temperatures.
Want to visit when you're less likely to need an umbrella? February is the driest month in Dali City, averaging one day of rain.
The wettest time of year is July. Take your trip then and you can expect to get around 17 days of rainfall.
Flying to Dali Airport (DLU): What you need to know
Avoid the layovers and travel to Dali City in one easy hop. Take a direct flight to Dali Airport with one of these leading airlines:
Think about booking your DLU plane ticket with Sichuan Airlines. It's the most punctual carrier, with up to 94% of flights into this hub landing on time.
You'll be touching down in the UTC+8 timezone at DLU.
Eager to get a good night's sleep after your flight to DLU? These hotels near Dali Airport offer the perfect place to relax and unwind:
If you're catching an onward flight from Dali Airport or flying home from there, your journey is likely to stay on schedule. Up to 88% of all flights out of DLU arrive at their destination without delays.
Getting to central Dali City from Dali Airport (DLU)
DLU is about 14 kilometres from central Dali City.
You'll reach the centre in around 20 minutes if you're catching a cab or a ride-share after your flight to DLU.
If you want to stay near the action in Dali City, unpack your bags at one of these top hotels:
Dali City highlights
Put these major attractions on your must-visit list after stepping off your flight to Dali City:
洱海游船: Offering a classic introduction to everything the city has to offer, this landmark is around 0.16 kilometres north of the centre.
Yu'er Garden: Find a spot to sit and take five here while exploring Dali City. You'll find this park roughly 14 kilometres north-west of the centre.
Cangshan Ximatan Sceneic Area: Take a tour of this landmark next. Around 14 kilometres north-west of the city centre, it's well worth stopping by for the full Dali City experience.
How to get to Niujing from Dali Airport (DLU)
DLU is a gateway to the nearby city of Niujing, which is about 32 kilometres away. The most convenient way into the centre will depend on the time of day, so check before you go.
Travelling from Dali Airport (DLU) to Weishan
Weishan is another city that's easy to reach from Dali Airport. It's around 48 kilometres away.
Explore more of China
There's a whole lot more to see and do in China, starting with Kunming. 云南野生动物园-大熊猫馆, Tea Garden and 樱花林 are must-do's in this city, which is around 241 kilometres east of Dali City. Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) is the closest airport in Kunming.
Another city in China that earns its place on your itinerary is Lijiang. From Dali City, it's roughly 137 kilometres north and offers highlights like Elephant Mountain and Cherry Blossom Avenue. Work in a visit to Hali Valley too. Lijiang Sanyi Airport (LJG) is the city's main airport.
Or head to Lianran, about 225 kilometres east of Dali City. Nanyuan Garden, Pearl Spring and 法华寺 are just a taste of what's waiting.
