Flying from Beijing to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU): what you need to know
All great adventures start at one of Beijing's main airports, Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) or Daxing International Airport (PKX). Check out your options for booking a flight from Beijing to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) taking off from either of these.
Hop on a direct flight from Beijing to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 3 hours 1 minute.
Chengdu's timezone is UTC+8, which is the same as Beijing. Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport is located in Chengdu.
The busiest route is from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU), with 243 direct services every week. If you want to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from PEK to CTU is the 06:55 Sichuan Airlines option. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the final departure is at 22:00 with Air China.
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 board your flight from Beijing to CTU.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Airports in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
You can jump on a direct flight from Beijing to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) out of Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK).
At PEK, you'll find a good selection of carriers that offer direct flights from Beijing to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport, such as:
Central Beijing to PEK is around 31 kilometres. Depending on traffic conditions, it'll take about 40 minutes to reach there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Catching an early flight from Beijing to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to Beijing Capital International Airport:
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Daxing International Airport (PKX) offers direct flights from Beijing to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU).
When setting off from PKX, you'll have your pick of airlines that operate direct flights from Beijing to CTU. Cruise at 30,000 feet with these leading carriers:
PKX is about 56 kilometres from central Beijing. It'll take you 1 hour and 3 minutes or so to reach the terminal when driving from the city centre.
Kick off your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from Beijing to CTU, kick back in one of these hotels close to Daxing International Airport:
About Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)
If you have a late flight from Beijing to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near CTU:
Getting from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) to central Chengdu
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport is approximately 21 kilometres from central Chengdu. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is about 31 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Beijing to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)
For a one-way ticket from Beijing to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport, R 1,615 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return trip from just R 4,300. These are the lowest fares right now but are subject to change depending on availability.
You're more likely to find cheap tickets from Beijing to CTU when you book 8 months before your departure date. We crunched the flight price data and found that's when fares for this route are typically at their lowest.
You'll land the best savings on your tickets from Beijing to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport if you plan your holiday for May. Take it one step further and use the 'Whole month' search tool to find the cheapest day to fly out.
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The best time to fly from Beijing to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)
February is the quietest time to fly to Chengdu. Alternatively, join the crowds and get away in July. This is the most popular month for flights from Beijing to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport, but the best time to go is up to you.
The warmest month in Chengdu is August, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC and 33ºC. Book your flights from Beijing to CTU in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap flights from Beijing to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC and 13ºC on average.
More about Chengdu
After locking in your flight from Beijing to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Chengdu:
One of the best ways to get a feel for Chengdu is to visit its most popular attractions. Highlights include Jinli Ancient Street, Wuhou Shrine and Sichuan Opera Troupe.
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