Flying from Chengdu to Singapore: what you need to know
Chengdu is home to two main airports where you can start your adventure. Check out your options for booking a flight from Chengdu to Singapore flying out of Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU) or Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU).
Step off your plane in Singapore at Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) or Seletar Airport (XSP).
Around 4 hours 55 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct Chengdu to Singapore flight.
Chengdu and Singapore follow the same timezone, UTC+8.
With 25 weekly flights between the two airports, Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU) to Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) is the most popular route. Hop on the earliest flight from Chengdu to Singapore with Air China at 09:45. If you'd like to make the most of your day before leaving, the latest flight from TFU to SIN is with Sichuan Airlines at 21:35.
To ensure you catch your Chengdu to Singapore flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule to follow.
During popular months like December, it's best 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 flying during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chengdu to Singapore
Booking ahead of time is often the key to securing a cheap Chengdu to Singapore flight. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the nearer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price in every month when looking for your plane ticket from Chengdu to Singapore.
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Flying from Chengdu
Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
You can book a direct flight from Chengdu to Singapore jetting off from Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU). Start your journey at TFU and arrive at Singapore Changi Airport (SIN).
Choose from a variety of airlines that offer direct Chengdu to Singapore plane tickets out of TFU. Reserve your trip with one of these:
TFU is about 48 kilometres from central Chengdu. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour.
Want a hassle-free start to your trip? Stay near Chengdu Tianfu International Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from Chengdu to Singapore or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Chengdu Tianfu International Airport has a strong on-time performance, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from TFU touch down on schedule 85% of the time.
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)
Visit family or friends or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your Chengdu to Singapore flight, here's where you can stop when taking off from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport:
Guangzhou Airport (CAN)
Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)
Haikou Airport (HAK)
On public transport, you can travel from central Chengdu to CTU in around 45 minutes. The airport is roughly 11 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 35 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Chengdu to Singapore, take it easy in one of these hotels near Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport:
Most flights that depart Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport reach their destination on schedule. It maintains a high on-time performance rate of 84%.
The street address for CTU is Airport Expressway Entrance.
Arriving in Singapore
Singapore Changi Airport (SIN)
The distance from Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) to central Singapore is approximately 18 kilometres. It'll take you about 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 40 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
Reserve a hotel close to SIN if you're coming in on a late flight from Chengdu to Singapore. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Go where the road takes you with a Singapore Changi Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Avis, Sixt or Green Motion and discover more of Singapore and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Singapore Changi Airport around two weeks in advance of your trip.
Seletar Airport (XSP)
Central Singapore is located around 14 kilometres from Seletar Airport (XSP). As soon as your flight from Chengdu to Singapore has hit the runway and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 25 minutes.
The journey will take roughly 1 hour on public transport.
You'll find some great places ready to welcome you near XSP. Settle in and get cosy after your Chengdu to Singapore flight at any of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Singapore
March is the quietest month for flights from Chengdu to Singapore, while June is the most popular. Find the best time to visit Singapore based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in a Chengdu to Singapore ticket departing in May if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Singapore to range from 25ºC (77ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
Search for cheap flights from Chengdu to Singapore in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) on average.
More about Singapore
Once you've booked your flight from Chengdu to Singapore, take your pick from prime hotels that put you close to the action. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Singapore:
Marina Bay Sands and Gardens by the Bay are a couple of big attractions to put on your Singapore itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Merlion.




