Travelling from Bangkok to Chengdu: what you need to know
Get your holiday planning started by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Bangkok to Chengdu. Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) and Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) are Bangkok's main airports.
Tianfu International Airport (TFU) and Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) are Chengdu's major entry points.
Around 3 hours 5 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct Bangkok to Chengdu flight.
The timezone in Chengdu is UTC+8, which is one hour ahead of Bangkok.
The busiest route for flights from Bangkok to Chengdu is Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to {"defaultCase":"Tianfu International Airport","accusativeCase":"Tianfu International Airport","nominativeCase":"Tianfu International Airport","dativeCase":"Tianfu International Airport"} (TFU). There are 41 services that connect the two airports each week.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your Bangkok to Chengdu flight.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bangkok to Chengdu
Get cheap Bangkok to Chengdu flights by booking three months ahead. Based on our research, that's the ideal time for finding a bargain.
Plan your trip for June. That's the best month for scoring the biggest deals on plane tickets from Bangkok to Chengdu. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.
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Flying from Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Jet off from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) on a nonstop flight from Bangkok to Chengdu. From BKK, you can fly directly to Tianfu International Airport (TFU).
Direct Bangkok to Chengdu plane tickets are available from a range of airlines at BKK. Cruise the skies with one of these carriers:
Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper Bangkok to Chengdu flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Suvarnabhumi Airport. Take a break from travelling at one of these popular airports:
Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG)
Haikou Meilan International Airport (HAK)
Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)
BKK is around 27 kilometres from central Bangkok. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Want an easy start to your journey? Stay near Suvarnabhumi Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Bangkok to Chengdu or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Of the departures from Suvarnabhumi Airport, 67.87% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
You can take a nonstop flight from Bangkok to Chengdu leaving from Don Mueang International Airport (DMK). Start your travels at DMK and touch down at Tianfu International Airport (TFU).
DMK has a range of airlines that offer direct Bangkok to Chengdu plane tickets. Select your favourite seat with any of these carriers:
Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your Bangkok to Chengdu flight. Visit family or friends or tick another city off your list. Whatever you choose to do, check out these options between Don Mueang International Airport and Chengdu:
Nanning Airport (NNG)
Changsha Huanghua Airport (CSX)
Hefei Xinqiao Airport (HFE)
DMK is about 21 kilometres from central Bangkok. It'll take 30 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
You're going on holiday, so why not extend it with another night away? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Don Mueang International Airport the day before your flight from Bangkok to Chengdu:
Don Mueang International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 66.48%. This figure gives an insight into how often flights that leave from this airport land at their destination on time.
Arriving in Chengdu
Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
Tianfu International Airport (TFU) is approximately 48 kilometres from the centre of Chengdu. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take around 1 hour 15 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Bangkok to Chengdu. Check in to one of these accommodation options near TFU instead:
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) is roughly 11 kilometres from central Chengdu. After your flight from Bangkok to Chengdu, it'll take you approximately 30 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to CTU. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your flight from Bangkok to Chengdu:
The address for Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport is Airport Expressway Entrance.
Best time to go to Chengdu
January is the quietest month for flights from Bangkok to Chengdu, while April is the busiest. Figure out the best time to visit Chengdu based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Chengdu is August, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your Bangkok to Chengdu ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap flights from Bangkok to Chengdu in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) on average.
More about Chengdu
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Chengdu right here. Explore these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Bangkok to Chengdu:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Jinli Ancient Street, Wuhou Shrine and Sichuan Opera Troupe are attractions you won't want to skip in Chengdu.
Explore more of China
Chengdu is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of China waiting to be explored. About 193 kilometres east of Chengdu, a visit to Nanchong will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like 小西街, 六合丝博园 and Yinxiang Jialingjiang Wetland Park.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in China, consider Tianshui, roughly 467 kilometres north of Chengdu. 伏羲祭祀广场, 成纪儿童公园 and 天水古城 are among the biggest draws.