Flying from Dallas to Chengdu: what you need to know
Dallas's main base, Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW), is where countless incredible trips begin. Explore the departure options from here when planning your flight from Dallas to Chengdu.
Touch down in Chengdu at Tianfu International Airport (TFU) or Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU).
The timezone in Chengdu is UTC+8, which is 13 hours ahead of Dallas.
Give yourself enough time to get on your Dallas to Chengdu flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dallas to Chengdu
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap Dallas to Chengdu flight. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the nearer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
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Flying from Dallas
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a travel break — and maybe even explore a different city. When searching for Dallas to Chengdu flights leaving from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
The journey from central Dallas to DFW takes around 1 hour on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 26 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want an easy start to your trip? Stay near Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Dallas to Chengdu or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
73.22% of flights that take off from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
DFW is located at 2400 Aviation Dr.
Arriving in Chengdu
Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
The distance from Tianfu International Airport (TFU) to central Chengdu is approximately 56 kilometres. It takes around 1 hour 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Dallas to Chengdu. Book one of these accommodation options near TFU instead:
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)
After your flight from Dallas to Chengdu has touched down, you can make your way to the city centre in around 30 minutes by car. Central Chengdu is approximately 11 kilometres from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU).
After your flight from Dallas to Chengdu, kick back at a hotel close to CTU. These are some great options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport can be found at Airport Expressway Entrance.
Best time to go to Chengdu
April is the most popular month for flights from Dallas to Chengdu. To escape the crowds, head to Chengdu in January.
The warmest month in Chengdu is August, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your Dallas to Chengdu ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF). Look for cheap flights from Dallas to Chengdu around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Chengdu
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Chengdu right here. Check out these options once you've booked your flight from Dallas to Chengdu:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Jinli Ancient Street, Wuhou Shrine and Sichuan Opera Troupe are top sights which should feature on any good Chengdu itinerary.
Explore more of China
You've visited Chengdu, now it's time to explore more of China. Travel about 193 kilometres east to Nanchong to tick off its popular sights. From 小西街 to 六合丝博园 and Yinxiang Jialingjiang Wetland Park, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you want to check out another major stop in China, head for 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 its highlights.
