Flying from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Chengdu: what you need to know
The timezone in Chengdu is UTC+8. The city is seven hours ahead of Berlin, where Berlin Brandenburg Airport is located.
Leave plenty of time to get on your BER to Chengdu flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're heading away during a major holiday or another peak period, give yourself more time. A good rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling and maybe even explore another city. When browsing for flight tickets from BER to Chengdu, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Located around 19 kilometres from the centre of Berlin, BER can be reached in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 35 minutes.
Looking for a hotel near BER? If you're boarding an early flight from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Chengdu, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Berlin Brandenburg Airport, data shows 74.2% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Chengdu
Rs90,650 is currently the best price for a one-way Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Chengdu flight. A return flight ticket starts from Rs165,930. These prices can change based on availability.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from BER to Chengdu. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
If you have flexibility with your trip dates, check out the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when looking for your Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Chengdu ticket.
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Airports in Chengdu
Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
The distance from Tianfu International Airport (TFU) to central Chengdu is roughly 72 kilometres. It'll take you about 1 hour 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you have a late flight from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Chengdu, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near TFU:
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)
After your flight from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Chengdu has arrived, you can reach the city centre in about 30 minutes by car. Central Chengdu is roughly 21 kilometres from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU).
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near CTU. Here are a few options where you can check in after your BER to Chengdu flight:
You'll find Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport at Airport Expressway Entrance.
Best time to go to Chengdu
Plan your trip to Chengdu in peak season if you prefer a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Chengdu during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
Before booking a Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Chengdu flight ticket, think about the kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Chengdu, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC to 33ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BER to Chengdu in January when temperatures average between 0ºC and 13ºC.
More about Chengdu
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Chengdu right here. Explore these options after locking in your flight from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Chengdu:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Wuhou Shrine, Jinli Ancient Street and Sichuan Opera Troupe are must-do's during your Chengdu adventure.
Explore more of China
You've done Chengdu, now it's time to explore other corners of China. Journey about 193 kilometres east to Nanchong to tick off its must-visit sights. From 六合丝博园 to 印象嘉陵江文创小镇 and Yinxiang Jialingjiang Wetland Park, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If there's time to check out another corner of China, head for Tianshui, about 467 kilometres north of Chengdu. 伏羲祭祀广场, 成纪儿童公园 and 天水古城 are the start of reasons to visit.