Travelling from Beijing to Chengdu: what you need to know
Start planning your holiday by checking out the most convenient departure point for your flight from Beijing to Chengdu. Explore the options for leaving from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) or Daxing International Airport (PKX), two of the city's main airports.
The chief entry points to Chengdu are Tianfu International Airport (TFU) and Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU).
On average, direct flights from Beijing to Chengdu take 3 hours 1 minute. Chengdu and Beijing share the same timezone (UTC+8), meaning you won't need to change your watch once you arrive.
The most popular route for flights from Beijing to Chengdu is from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU). You can select from 243 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to head off first thing, the earliest flight from PEK to CTU is the 06:55 Sichuan Airlines service. If you prefer to travel later, the final departure is at 22:00 with Sichuan Airlines.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your flight from Beijing to Chengdu. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
You won't need your passport or a visa to fly within China. You will need a valid form of identification though, such as a driver's licence or ID card. Add them to your packing checklist once you've found cheap flights from Beijing to Chengdu.
Flying from Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Direct flights from Beijing to Chengdu depart from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK). PEK offers nonstop options to two Chengdu terminals, Tianfu International Airport (TFU) and Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU).
Direct flights from Beijing to Chengdu are offered by a good number of airlines at PEK. Fly with any of these:
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save money on your flight from Beijing to Chengdu. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Beijing Capital International Airport. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Wuhan Tianhe International Airport (WUH)
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Yinchuan Hedong International Airport (INC)
To reach PEK from central Beijing, it takes around 40 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 31 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
After a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near Beijing Capital International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Beijing to Chengdu or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Thinking of taking off from Daxing International Airport (PKX)? You can take a direct flight from Beijing to Chengdu out of this hub. Arrive at Tianfu International Airport (TFU) or Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) without changing planes.
When departing from PKX, you can pick from a good range of airlines that fly nonstop to your destination. Take off on a direct flight from Beijing to Chengdu with any of these:
Break up your flight from Beijing to Chengdu with a stop so you can stretch your legs or tick a new place off your list. Popular stopovers between Beijing Capital International Airport and Chengdu include:
Wuhan Tianhe International Airport (WUH)
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Yinchuan Hedong International Airport (INC)
PKX is roughly 56 kilometres from central Beijing. It takes 1 hour and 3 minutes or so to reach the airport driving from the city centre.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from Beijing to Chengdu, take it easy in one of these hotels close to Daxing International Airport:
Arriving in Chengdu
Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
Tianfu International Airport (TFU) to the centre of Chengdu is about 1 hour and 15 minutes by car. It's approximately 72 kilometres away.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Beijing to Chengdu. Stay at one of these accommodation options near TFU instead:
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)
The centre of Chengdu is located around 21 kilometres from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU). Once your flight from Beijing to Chengdu has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 31 minutes.
After your flight from Beijing to Chengdu, rest your head at a hotel close to CTU. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
How to find the cheapest flights from Beijing to Chengdu
Right now, 48 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Beijing to Chengdu. The cheapest price for a return flight is 119 €. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Lock in cheap tickets from Beijing to Chengdu by booking at least 9 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
The cheapest month for tickets from Beijing to Chengdu is May. You can easily compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest day to fly.
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Best time to go to Chengdu
February is the quietest month for flights from Beijing to Chengdu, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Chengdu based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Schedule your flight from Beijing to Chengdu for August if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Chengdu to range from 21ºC to 33ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from Beijing to Chengdu in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC and 13ºC on average.
More about Chengdu
Start your Chengdu trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Beijing to Chengdu, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Jinli Ancient Street, Wuhou Shrine and Sichuan Opera Troupe are popular attractions which should feature on any good Chengdu itinerary.
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