Travelling from Chengdu to Atlanta: what you need to know
Chengdu is home to a couple of airports where you can set off on your adventure. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Chengdu to Atlanta leaving from Tianfu International Airport (TFU) or Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU).
Come in for landing at Atlanta's chief entry point, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL).
The timezone in Atlanta is UTC-4, which is 12 hours behind Chengdu.
To ensure you board your Chengdu to Atlanta flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chengdu to Atlanta
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap Chengdu to Atlanta flights if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
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Flying from Chengdu
Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
TFU is about 48 kilometres from central Chengdu. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 1 hour 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
After a stress-free start to your journey? Stay near Tianfu International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Chengdu to Atlanta or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Tianfu International Airport gets high marks for on-time performance. 86.59% of flights that depart TFU arrive at their destination on time.
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)
Give yourself a moment to recharge during your Chengdu to Atlanta flight with a stopover. San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is one of the main options between Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport and Atlanta.
Depending on traffic conditions, you can drive to CTU from Chengdu's centre in about 30 minutes. The airport is roughly 11 kilometres away.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your flight from Chengdu to Atlanta? Kick back in a hotel near Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport before your holiday officially begins. Check out these accommodation options:
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport is known for its commitment to punctuality. 89.89% of flights taking off from here land precisely when expected.
The address for CTU is Airport Expressway Entrance.
Arriving in Atlanta
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to central Atlanta takes around 15 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 13 kilometres away.
Getting there on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Chengdu to Atlanta. Reserve one of these accommodation options near ATL instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Europcar and explore beyond Atlanta's usual tourist stops.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport about three weeks in advance of your Chengdu to Atlanta flight.
You'll find ATL at 6000 N Terminal Parkway.
Best time to go to Atlanta
February is the quietest month for flights from Chengdu to Atlanta, while July is the most popular. Figure out the ideal time to go to Atlanta based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Atlanta is July, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC and 34ºC. Book your Chengdu to Atlanta ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Chengdu to Atlanta in January when temperatures average between -3ºC and 14ºC.
More about Atlanta
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Atlanta right here. Check out these hotels after you've booked your flight from Chengdu to Atlanta:
Georgia Aquarium and Centennial Olympic Park are a couple of top-rated attractions to put on your Atlanta itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Piedmont Park.
Explore more of United States
Atlanta is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of United States you'll want to see. About 467 kilometres south-east of Atlanta, a visit to Jacksonville will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain.
Around 370 kilometres north-east of Atlanta, Charlotte is another essential stop in United States. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at NASCAR Hall of Fame, Freedom Park and Carolinas Aviation Museum.
