Flying from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU): what you need to know
The timezone in Chengdu is UTC+8, which is seven hours ahead of Amsterdam.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Show up at the airport on time to catch your AMS to CTU flight.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
If you want to include a stop along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport. These are the top stopovers between AMS and CTU:
Beijing Capital International Airport
Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport
Daxing International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)
Right now, R 7,617 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 12,703. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from AMS to CTU. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices across the month and bag a great deal.
You won't have to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from AMS to CTU.
Find the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, 67.93% of flights complete their journey on time.
Central Amsterdam to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is around 23 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to AMS? If you're catching an early flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)
If you're getting in on a late Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these options near CTU:
Getting from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) to central Chengdu
The address for CTU is Airport Expressway Entrance.
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport to the centre of Chengdu has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 21 kilometres away.
When to fly to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)
The quietest month for a flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport is February, while April is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Chengdu based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Lock in your flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport for August if you'd like to visit Chengdu during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from AMS to CTU in January. Average temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) then.
Explore more of China
Chengdu has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of China you'll want to see. About 193 kilometres east of Chengdu, a trip to Nanchong will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like 小西街, 六合丝博园 and Yinxiang Jialingjiang Wetland Park.
If you want to check out another well-known destination 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 key highlights.