Flying from Chengdu to Perth Airport (PER): What you need to know
Perth (where Perth Airport is located) and Chengdu share the UTC+8 timezone. You'll have no time difference to factor in for your trip.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your flight from Chengdu to PER. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll want to head there even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international journeys. After checking in, you can use any extra time to finalize your plans or simply relax.
Airports in Chengdu
Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
Travelling from central Chengdu to TFU takes about 1 hour by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 48 kms (30 miles) in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Planning to catch an early flight from Chengdu to Perth Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get a little more snooze time) by picking one of these hotels near Chengdu Tianfu International Airport:
Chengdu Tianfu International Airport has an excellent on-time record, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from TFU arrive on schedule 87% of the time.
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)
Break up your flight from Chengdu to Perth Airport with a stop at Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN). One of the main stopovers between Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport and PER, it's the perfect opportunity to unwind before your onward flight.
With public transport, you can travel from central Chengdu to CTU in about 45 minutes. The terminal is roughly 16 kms (10 miles) away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 35 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Chengdu to PER flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport:
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport has a strong track record for reliability and timeliness. 90% of flights leaving here meet their scheduled arrival times without fail.
CTU is located at Airport Expressway Entrance.
About Perth Airport (PER)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Chengdu to Perth Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near PER instead:
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Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle around one week ahead of your Chengdu to Perth Airport flight.
Getting from Perth Airport (PER) to central Perth
Perth Airport is around 11 kms (7 miles) from the centre of Perth. It takes around 20 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of roughly 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chengdu to Perth Airport (PER)
£141 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Chengdu to Perth Airport. A return flight starts at £352. These fares may change based on availability.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Chengdu to PER. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
Cheap Chengdu to Perth Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across every month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Chengdu to Perth Airport (PER)
September is the quietest month for flights from Chengdu to Perth Airport (PER), while January is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Perth based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Book a Chengdu to PER plane ticket departing in January if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Perth to range from 17ºC to 35ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Chengdu to Perth Airport in August when temperatures are between 8ºC and 20ºC.
More about Perth
After booking your flight from Chengdu to Perth Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these options your base for exploring Perth:
Your visit to Perth should come with a bit of sightseeing. Major attractions you won't want to miss include Cottesloe Beach, Kings Park Observation Tower and City Beach.
Explore more of Australia
Bunbury is just one of the many places in Australia waiting to be discovered after you've seen Perth. Around 161 kms (100 miles) away to the south, its best attractions include Koombana Beach, Dolphin Cove and Leschenault Peninsula Conservation Park.
Busselton is another standout destination in Australia and is around 193 kms (120 miles) south of Perth. No trip is complete without a visit to Underwater Observatory, Abbey Beach and Busselton Jetty.
