Flying from Chengdu to Guilin Liangjiang International Airport (KWL): What you need to know
Your travels get underway at Chengdu's main airport, Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU). Check out your options for reserving a flight from Chengdu to Guilin Liangjiang International Airport (KWL) leaving from this terminal.
Expect to be in the air for 1 hour 45 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct Chengdu to Guilin Liangjiang International Airport flight.
Chengdu and Guilin (where Guilin Liangjiang International Airport is located) share the UTC+8 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch once you land.
With 14 direct flights a week between the two airports, Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU) to Guilin Liangjiang International Airport (KWL) is the busiest route. Air China operates the earliest flight at 8:40am. If you'd like to make the most of your day before leaving, the last flight from TFU to KWL is with Air Guilin at 6:20pm.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from Chengdu to KWL.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months such as July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Airports in Chengdu
Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
Fly without interruptions from Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU). Direct flights from Chengdu to Guilin Liangjiang International Airport (KWL) are available from here.
You can book a direct flight from Chengdu to Guilin Liangjiang International Airport with Air China. This popular carrier operates services from TFU.
The top choice among passengers flying between TFU and KWL is Air China.
Air China sets the standard for punctuality. An impressive 96.49% of its departures on this route arrive without delay.
Located around 48 kilometres from the centre of Chengdu, TFU can be reached in about 50 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 1 hour.
In search of a comfortable hotel close to Chengdu Tianfu International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Chengdu to Guilin Liangjiang International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Chengdu Tianfu International Airport gets high marks for its on-time performance. 87% of flights that depart TFU reach their destination on time.
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)
CTU is about 16 kilometres from central Chengdu. It'll take 35 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 45 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Chengdu to KWL flight? Kick back in a hotel near Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport before your holiday officially starts. These stays have a room with your name on it:
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport has a track record for punctuality. 90% of flights out of here make it to their final destination as planned.
You'll find CTU at Airport Expressway Entrance.
About Guilin Liangjiang International Airport (KWL)
Have a late flight from Chengdu to Guilin Liangjiang International Airport? Don't let your travel day stretch into tomorrow. Check in to one of these hotels near KWL and shut your eyes sooner:
KWL is located at 306 Provincial Rd..
Getting from Guilin Liangjiang International Airport (KWL) to central Guilin
From Guilin Liangjiang International Airport, central Guilin is around 27 kilometres away. It takes about 35 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
Travelling by public transport takes about 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chengdu to Guilin Liangjiang International Airport (KWL)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chengdu to Guilin Liangjiang International Airport is $131. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $254. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Chengdu to KWL. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
Cheap Chengdu to Guilin Liangjiang International Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Chengdu to Guilin Liangjiang International Airport (KWL)
October is the most popular month for flights from Chengdu to Guilin Liangjiang International Airport (KWL). Plan your visit to Guilin in August if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
Lock in a Chengdu to KWL plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Guilin to range from 21ºC (70ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
January sees temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Chengdu to Guilin Liangjiang International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Guilin
Once you've booked your flight from Chengdu to Guilin Liangjiang International Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Guilin:
There are loads of awesome things to do in Guilin when you're in the mood to sightsee. Kick off your exploring at Interlinked Peaks followed by Lijiang River Scenic Area and Duxiu Peak.
Explore more of China
You've visited Guilin, now it's time to discover other corners of China. Journey around 322 kilometres northeast to Hengyang to tick off its top sights. From West Lake Park to Linghu Park and Kaifu Temple, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're eager to discover another major destination in China, head for Wuzhou, roughly 225 kilometres southeast of Guilin. Longquan Waterfall, Taihe Garden and Weixinli Dwellings are among the biggest draws.
