How to find cheap flights to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)
Right now, $436 is the cheapest price for a one-way flight to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport. Or you can book a return plane ticket to CTU for $689.
Stay updated on fares by creating a Price Alert. As soon as prices on tickets to CTU drop, you'll get a notification.
The earlier you book, the better. You might even be able to find some amazing early bird deals on tickets to Chengdu, where Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport is located.
Widen your search for cheap flights to Chengdu by clicking the 'Add nearby airports' box. This lets you compare prices for airports closest to your departure and destination points and could help keep costs down.
If you aren't in a rush to travel to Chengdu, think about taking a longer or less direct route. You could find cheaper plane tickets to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport if you book a flight with a stop or two.
Best time to go to Chengdu
The cheapest month to get on a flight to Chengdu is usually May.
To find the cheapest month for flights to CTU, use the 'Whole month' tool. If you have flexible travel dates, search for the green prices on the calendar — they show you the lowest available fares.
March is the most popular month for flights to CTU. It's the perfect time to experience Chengdu at its liveliest.
Travel in December if you want to avoid the crowds. This is the quietest time of the year and also when plane tickets to Chengdu are generally more affordable.
The weather can make or break your holiday, so consider the kind of conditions you want to get away in. Chengdu is warmest in August, averaging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
January sees the lowest temperatures, ranging from about 0ºC (32ºF) to 13ºC (55ºF).
January is when you're least likely to need an umbrella. This is the driest month in Chengdu.
July has the wettest weather. You can expect around 15 days of rainfall if you're visiting then.
Travelling to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU): What you need to know
Avoid the layovers and travel to Chengdu in a single journey. Book a direct flight to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport with one of these major airlines:
China Southern is the most dependable carrier. Up to 93% of its flights into this hub land without being late, making it a great choice when reserving your CTU plane ticket.
CTU is located in the UTC+8 timezone.
Be tucked up in bed not long after your flight to CTU. Book a room at any of these stays near Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport and you'll be fast asleep in no time:
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport performs well on the punctuality front, with up to 84% of outbound flights reaching their destination as scheduled. That's good news whether you're heading home or catching a connection.
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport is located in Chengdu, Sichuan, China.
Getting to central Chengdu from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)
CTU is located about 16 kilometres from central Chengdu.
If you're taking a taxi or ride-sharing after your flight to CTU, it'll take around 35 minutes to get to the centre.
The trip on public transport takes about 45 minutes.
If you'd like to stay near the action in Chengdu, book a room at one of these top hotels:
Chengdu highlights
Put these leading attractions at the top of your itinerary after hopping off your flight to Chengdu:
Tianfu Panda Tower: Offering a classic introduction to the city's highlights, this landmark is around 10 kilometres north of the centre.
Boli Botanical Garden: You'll discover this park roughly 10 kilometres north of the centre. Take a little breather and slow things down in this corner of Chengdu.
Sichuan Museum: Looking for more reasons to visit Chengdu? This landmark draws in the crowds and is around 10 kilometres north of the city centre.
How to get to Deyang from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)
Off to the nearby city of Deyang? It's about 105 kilometres from CTU. Allow around 1 hour 35 minutes to drive there.
Travelling from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) to Tianpeng
If Tianpeng is your destination, it's about 48 kilometres from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport.
It'll take you 1 hour 10 minutes or so to drive to Tianpeng.
Explore more of China
There are plenty more places to explore in China, starting with Nanchong. Lingyun Mountain Scenic Area, Xishan Scenic Area and Sichuan Nanchong Xishan Scenic Area Qileshan Scenic Area are must-sees in this city, which is around 209 kilometres east of Chengdu.
Zigong is another top destination in China and is roughly 153 kilometres southeast of Chengdu. Hit some of the best spots right away at Zigong Dinosaur Museum, Chinese Lantern Museum and Zigong Colored Lantern Park.
Make room for one more stop with Neijiang. Roughly 153 kilometres southeast of Chengdu, Neijiangdonglin Temple, Neijiang Banruo Temple and Southern Sichuan Prairie give you plenty of reason to visit.