Travelling from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Chengdu: what you need to know
The timezone in Chengdu is UTC+8. The city is eight hours ahead of Bristol, where Bristol Airport is located.
To avoid missing your BRS to Chengdu flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Longer lines at security and check-in are likely if you're jetting off during high season, so give yourself even more breathing space. A good general rule for peak times? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
BRS is around 11 kilometres from central Bristol. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Bristol Airport to Chengdu? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near BRS:
Of all flights departing from Bristol Airport, 69.8% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Chengdu
Rs118,532 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Bristol Airport to Chengdu flight. A round-trip ticket right now is Rs262,616. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from BRS to Chengdu if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
Finding cheap tickets from Bristol Airport to Chengdu is more likely if you can be flexible with your dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to get the lowest fares across the month and snap up a fantastic deal.
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Airports in Chengdu
Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
Tianfu International Airport (TFU) is around 72 kilometres from the centre of Chengdu. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes about 1 hour 15 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Bristol Airport to Chengdu. Book 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. Following your flight from Bristol Airport to Chengdu, it'll take you around 30 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
After stepping off your BRS to Chengdu flight, kick back at a hotel near CTU. These are some great options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
You'll find Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport at Airport Expressway Entrance.
Best time to go to Chengdu
Before securing your flights from Bristol Airport to Chengdu, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Chengdu offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the low season brings cheaper hotel rates and fewer crowds.
The warmest month in Chengdu is August, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your Bristol Airport to Chengdu flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC and 13ºC. Look for a cheap ticket from BRS to Chengdu around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Chengdu
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Chengdu right here. Check out these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Bristol Airport to Chengdu:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Wuhou Shrine, Jinli Ancient Street and Sichuan Opera Troupe are popular attractions which should feature on any good Chengdu itinerary.
Explore more of China
You've seen Chengdu, now it's time to discover other parts of China. Journey around 193 kilometres east to Nanchong to check off its leading sights. From 六合丝博园 to 印象嘉陵江文创小镇 and Yinxiang Jialingjiang Wetland Park, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Tianshui is another well-known destination in China and is around 467 kilometres north of Chengdu. No trip is complete without seeing 伏羲祭祀广场, 成纪儿童公园 and 天水古城.
