Flying from Atlanta to Chengdu: what you need to know
Planning your getaway starts with figuring out where you'll fly out of in Atlanta. Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for reserving a flight from Atlanta to Chengdu departing from here.
When it comes to working out where to land in Chengdu, Tianfu International Airport (TFU) and Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) are the primary gateways.
Chengdu's timezone is UTC+8, making Chengdu 12 hours ahead of Atlanta.
Allow plenty of time to catch your Atlanta to Chengdu flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're heading away during a popular month like July, get to the terminal even earlier. You'll want to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Check-in and security lines are longer during peak periods like Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year.
How to find the cheapest flights from Atlanta to Chengdu
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap Atlanta to Chengdu flights if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across the month when looking for your plane ticket from Atlanta to Chengdu.
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Flying from Atlanta
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey — and perhaps even explore another city. When browsing Atlanta to Chengdu flights leaving from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
The journey from central Atlanta to ATL takes around 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 13 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from Atlanta to Chengdu or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
76.64% of flights that depart Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
ATL's address is 6000 N Terminal Parkway.
Arriving in Chengdu
Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
The distance from Tianfu International Airport (TFU) to central Chengdu is roughly 48 kilometres. It takes about 1 hour 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Consider staying in a hotel near TFU if you have a late flight from Atlanta to Chengdu. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)
Once your flight from Atlanta to Chengdu has hit the tarmac, you can make your way to the city centre in around 30 minutes by car. Central Chengdu is roughly 11 kilometres from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU).
After your flight from Atlanta to Chengdu, kick back at a hotel near CTU. These are some great options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
You can find Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport at Airport Expressway Entrance.
Best time to go to Chengdu
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Atlanta to Chengdu. April is the busiest month to visit Chengdu. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in January.
Lock in an Atlanta to Chengdu ticket departing in August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Chengdu to range from 21ºC (70ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF). Look for cheap flights from Atlanta to Chengdu around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Chengdu
Start your Chengdu trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Atlanta to Chengdu, browse our range of accommodation options including:
Jinli Ancient Street and Wuhou Shrine are a couple of big attractions to put on your Chengdu to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Sichuan Opera Troupe.
Explore more of China
Nanchong is just one of the many places in China waiting to be discovered after you've seen Chengdu. Around 193 kilometres to the east, popular attractions include 小西街, 六合丝博园 and Yinxiang Jialingjiang Wetland Park.
Around 467 kilometres north of Chengdu, Tianshui is another favourite stop in China. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at 伏羲祭祀广场, 成纪儿童公园 and 天水古城.
