Travelling from Chengdu to Lhasa Gonggar Airport (LXA): What you need to know
Your next great adventure starts at one of Chengdu's main airports, Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU) or Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU). Check out your options for booking a flight from Chengdu to Lhasa Gonggar Airport (LXA) jetting off from either of these.
Expect to be in the air for 2 hours 40 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct Chengdu to Lhasa Gonggar Airport flight.
Lhasa (where Lhasa Gonggar Airport is located) and Chengdu share the UTC+8 timezone. With no time difference, coordinating plans between the cities is hassle-free.
The most popular route is Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU) to Lhasa Gonggar Airport (LXA). You can choose from 81 direct services each week.
To ensure you get on your flight from Chengdu to LXA, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as February and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Airports in Chengdu
Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
Take the express route from Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU). Nonstop flights from Chengdu to Lhasa Gonggar Airport (LXA) are available from here.
Direct flights from Chengdu to Lhasa Gonggar Airport are offered by a good selection of airlines at TFU. Take off with any of these trusted names:
Sichuan Airlines ranks first in bookings for flights from TFU to LXA.
Air China is the top-ranked carrier for punctuality on this route.
TFU is about 48 kilometres from central Chengdu. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour.
Looking for a convenient hotel near Chengdu Tianfu International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Chengdu to Lhasa Gonggar Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping conveniently close to check-in:
Chengdu Tianfu International Airport gets high marks for its on-time performance. 85% of flights that take off from TFU land on time.
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)
Planning to leave from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)? Direct Chengdu to Lhasa Gonggar Airport (LXA) plane tickets are available from this popular hub.
You can pick from a range of airlines that offer direct flights from Chengdu to LXA departing from CTU. Book your seat with any of these carriers and fly straight to your final stop:
On the CTU to LXA route, Tibet Airlines is the top airline in terms of bookings.
Chengdu Airlines is rated the most punctual carrier operating flights between Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport and Lhasa Gonggar Airport.
Using public transport, you can travel from central Chengdu to CTU in around 45 minutes. The terminal is roughly 16 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 35 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before your Chengdu to LXA flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport:
Flights from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport are known for their punctuality, with 84% of them landing as planned.
You'll find CTU at Airport Expressway Entrance.
About Lhasa Gonggar Airport (LXA)
Have a late flight from Chengdu to Lhasa Gonggar Airport? Don't let it stretch your travel day into tomorrow. Stay at one of these hotels near LXA and give yourself a well-earned lights-out:
LXA is located at 101 Provincial Rd..
Getting from Lhasa Gonggar Airport (LXA) to central Lhasa
From Lhasa Gonggar Airport, central Lhasa is around 64 kilometres away. It takes about 1 hour 30 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 2 hours.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chengdu to Lhasa Gonggar Airport (LXA)
$176 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Chengdu to Lhasa Gonggar Airport. Return flights start at $306. These fares may change based on demand.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Chengdu to LXA if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
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The best time to fly from Chengdu to Lhasa Gonggar Airport (LXA)
Think about the pace you're looking for when deciding the best time to fly. December is the quietest month to go to Lhasa. September is when most people book flights from Chengdu to Lhasa Gonggar Airport (LXA), which may be perfect if you're chasing more excitement.
When booking your Chengdu to LXA plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. June is the warmest month in Lhasa, with temperatures ranging from 8ºC (46ºF) to 22ºC (72ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Chengdu to Lhasa Gonggar Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -17ºC (1ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF).
More about Lhasa
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Lhasa right here. Browse these options once you've booked your flight from Chengdu to Lhasa Gonggar Airport:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Potala Palace, White Palace, Potala Palace and Snow City, Potala Palace are must-visits when exploring Lhasa.
