How to find cheap flights to Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
At the moment, $188 is the lowest price for a one-way flight to Chengdu Tianfu International Airport. Or you can book a round-trip plane ticket to TFU for $332.
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Roughly one month in advance is a great time to book tickets to Chengdu, where Chengdu Tianfu International Airport is located. This is the general recommendation for locking in the cheapest fares.
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Search for plane tickets to Chengdu Tianfu International Airport that come with a stop or two. Taking an indirect route can help you save. After your results show up, select the 'Stops' filter to browse your options.
Best time to go to Chengdu
June is usually the cheapest month to catch a flight to Chengdu.
Use the 'Whole month' tool if your travel dates are flexible. Browse fares for the entire month and find a flight to TFU that suits your budget and schedule.
February is the most popular month for flights to TFU. It's an ideal time to take in the full energy of Chengdu.
December is the quietest time of year to travel if you prefer a more relaxed pace. There's also a good chance you'll find cheaper prices on plane tickets to Chengdu then.
Check the weather conditions before you go. August is the warmest time of year in Chengdu, with averages of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
January brings the lowest temperatures, ranging from around 0ºC (32ºF) to 13ºC (55ºF).
January is the driest month in Chengdu. Forget the umbrella and enjoy mostly clear skies.
The wettest time of year is July. Plan your trip then and you'll likely get around 15 days of rainfall.
Flying to Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU): What you need to know
Offering direct flights to Chengdu Tianfu International Airport, these top airlines make reaching Chengdu nice and easy:
Think about booking your TFU plane ticket with Okay Airways. It's the top-performing carrier for punctuality, with up to 99% of flights into this airport landing on time.
On arrival at TFU, you'll be in the UTC+8 timezone.
Whether you're arriving late or just want the convenience of staying close by, you'll find some comfortable hotels near Chengdu Tianfu International Airport. Relax and recharge at one of these after your flight to TFU:
Chengdu Tianfu International Airport ranks well for punctuality, with up to 85% of outbound flights landing when they should. That's good news whether you have a connection or you're flying back home.
Chengdu Tianfu International Airport is located in Chengdu, Sichuan, China.
Getting to central Chengdu from Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
Central Chengdu is about 48 kilometres from TFU.
You'll get to the centre in around 50 minutes if you're catching a taxi or a ride-share after your flight to TFU.
The ride when using public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
If you're eager to stay close to all the action in Chengdu, unpack your bags at one of these comfy options:
Chengdu highlights
Jump off your flight to Chengdu and find your way to these must-see attractions:
Tianfu Panda Tower: Around 10 kilometres north of the city centre, this landmark is the perfect place to start your sightseeing in the city.
Boli Botanical Garden: You'll find this park roughly 10 kilometres north of the centre. It offers a nice change of pace while exploring Chengdu.
Sichuan Museum: Take a tour of this landmark next. Around 10 kilometres north of the city centre, it's also worth a visit to get the full Chengdu experience.
How to get to Deyang from Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
Going straight to Deyang? From TFU, it'll take around 1 hour 50 minutes to drive there. The city is about 129 kilometres from the airport.
Travelling from Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU) to Tianpeng
Tianpeng is another city that's easily accessible from Chengdu Tianfu International Airport. It's about 88 kilometres away.
The drive time to Tianpeng is roughly 1 hour 55 minutes.
Explore more of China
Up for more adventures? Nanchong will keep things interesting on your trip through China. It's about 161 kilometres east of Chengdu and features Lingyun Mountain Scenic Area, Xishan Scenic Area and Sichuan Nanchong Xishan Scenic Area Qileshan Scenic Area.
Zigong could easily become your new favourite place in China. You'll find it roughly 105 kilometres south of Chengdu. Zigong Dinosaur Museum, Chinese Lantern Museum and Zigong Colored Lantern Park stand out as highlights.
Round out your journey with Neijiang. Roughly 105 kilometres southeast of Chengdu, Neijiangdonglin Temple, Neijiang Banruo Temple and Southern Sichuan Prairie give you plenty of reason to visit.