How to find cheap flights to Chengdu
£220 is the lowest price for a one-way flight to Chengdu. Or you can book a return plane ticket for £327.
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Book your tickets around one month before you travel. That's the general recommendation for scoring the best deals.
Select the 'Add nearby airports' filter to cast a wider net for cheap flights to Chengdu. This will display all the airports around your departure and arrival destinations.
Indirect routes are generally cheaper, so consider taking a flight with a stop. Just uncheck the 'Direct flights' box when searching for your tickets.
Best time to go to Chengdu
To find the month with the cheapest flights, use the 'Whole month' tool. If you've got some flexibility with your travel dates, search for the green prices on the calendar — they show you the lowest fares available that month.
To experience this city at its busiest, lock in your flights for July. Travelling during high seasons usually means more to do and see compared to other times of the year.
Travel in February if you're aiming for a more laid-back vibe. This is the least busy month and also when plane tickets to Chengdu are often more affordable.
With averages of between 21ºC and 33ºC, August is when Chengdu is at its warmest. Plan your visit around your weather preferences to get the most out of your trip.
Temperatures are lowest in January, when they range from 0ºC to 13ºC.
January is the driest month in Chengdu. Leave the umbrella at home and enjoy clearer skies ahead.
Flying to Chengdu: what you need to know
Tianfu International Airport (TFU) and Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) are where you can jet into for your Chengdu flight.
Most passengers fly into Tianfu International Airport (TFU), the city's busiest airport.
Get to your destination without any layovers. These are some of the leading airlines that offer direct flights to Chengdu:
When you arrive in Chengdu, you'll be in the UTC+8 timezone.
Book your flight and then find the perfect place to stay. These hotels make a great base for exploring:
Getting to central Chengdu from Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
TFU, the city's main airport, is about 72 kms (45 miles) from central Chengdu.
You'll get to the centre in around 1 hour 15 minutes if you're ride-sharing or catching a cab after your flight to Chengdu.
Be curled up in bed shortly after your flight to Chengdu. Book a room at any of these stays near Tianfu International Airport and you'll be snoozing in no time:
Tianfu International Airport serves Chengdu and nearby areas in Sichuan, China.
Chengdu highlights
Jump off your flight to Chengdu and make your way to these major attractions:
熊猫馆: Located around 6 kms (4 miles) northeast of the city centre, this landmark is the perfect place to start your sightseeing around the city.
Youke Shopping Mall: You'll find this shopping area roughly 5 kms (3 miles) southwest of the centre. Do a little spending here in between seeing the sights of Chengdu.
Chengdu Giant Panda Ecological Park Tourism Museum: Take a tour of this landmark next. About 11 kms (7 miles) northeast of the city centre, it's also worth a visit to get the full Chengdu experience.
Explore more of China
There's a whole lot more to experience in China, starting with Nanchong. Lingyun Mountain Scenic Area, Cultural Plaza and Xishan Scenic Area are must-sees in this city, which is around 193 kms (120 miles) east of Chengdu.
Another city in China that has plenty of appeal is Zigong. From Chengdu, it's roughly 161 kms (100 miles) southeast and serves up highlights like Zigong Dinosaur Museum and Chinese Lantern Museum. Work in a visit to 恐龙世界 too.
Roughly 153 kms (95 miles) southeast of Chengdu, Neijiang is worth a detour. Good reasons to visit include Neijiang Nature Garden, Renmin Park and Neijiangdonglin Temple.
Complete your trip with a Chengdu car hire
Rent a car in the city and drive off when you're ready. Browse the range of car rentals in Chengdu and find all the best prices in one easy search. You can also compare rental cars on everything from provider rating to fuel policy and customer service.