Travelling from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) to Chengdu: what you need to know
Around 3 hours 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport to Chengdu.
Chengdu and Taipei (where Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport is located) share the UTC+8 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch on arrival.
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) to Tianfu International Airport (TFU) is the most popular route, with 13 weekly flights to choose from. If you have things to do before leaving, the last flight from TPE to TFU is with Air China at 19:45. Opt for the first departure operated by China Airlines at 08:05 if you want to get going early.
To ensure you get on your flight from TPE to Chengdu, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like August and other peak periods. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
You can book a direct flight from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport to Chengdu that arrives at Tianfu International Airport (TFU).
Popular carriers that have direct flights from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport to Chengdu include:
If you have a passport from Taiwan, you'll need an embassy visa to enter China. This applies when booking a cheap ticket from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport to Chengdu for tourism purposes. Requirements may change if you're travelling for business or other reasons. Always check official visa guidelines before you make travel plans and definitely before you fly.
The journey from central Taipei to TPE takes about 1 hour and 24 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 42 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
After a hassle-free start to your break? Stay near TPE. Whether you have an early flight from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport to Chengdu or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
How to find the cheapest flights from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) to Chengdu
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport to Chengdu is R 2,223. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 3,181. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book 10 months before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from TPE to Chengdu.
Organise your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport to Chengdu. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
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Airports in Chengdu
Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
Tianfu International Airport (TFU) to central Chengdu takes around 1 hour and 15 minutes by car. It's approximately 72 kilometres away.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport to Chengdu. Reserve one of these accommodation options near TFU instead:
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) is about 21 kilometres from central Chengdu. Once you've disembarked your flight from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport to Chengdu, it'll take you around 31 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
There are some great places to call home for the night near CTU. Settle in and get cosy after your flight from TPE to Chengdu at any of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Chengdu
July is the most popular month to board a flight from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport to Chengdu while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Chengdu, consider your preferred travel pace and style.
The warmest month in Chengdu is August, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC and 33ºC. Book your flights from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport to Chengdu in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC and 13ºC. Look for cheap flights from TPE to Chengdu sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Chengdu
After locking in your flight from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport to Chengdu, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Chengdu:
Jinli Ancient Street and Wuhou Shrine are just a couple of the big attractions to add to your Chengdu itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Sichuan Opera Troupe.
Complete your Chengdu trip with a car rental
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