Flying from Chengdu to Singapore: what you need to know
Chengdu has a couple of airports where you can set off on your adventure. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Chengdu to Singapore leaving from Tianfu International Airport (TFU) or Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU).
Step off your plane in Singapore at Changi International Airport (SIN) or Seletar Airport (XSP).
The average time for a direct Chengdu to Singapore flight is 5 hours.
Singapore's timezone is UTC+8, which is the same as Chengdu.
Tianfu International Airport (TFU) to Changi International Airport (SIN) is the most popular route between these two cities. There are 25 departures a week to choose from. If you have things to do before leaving, the last flight from Chengdu to Singapore is with Air China at 20:00. Go for the first TFU to SIN departure operated by Air China at 09:45 to make the most of your first day in Singapore.
Leave enough time to catch your Chengdu to Singapore flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a popular month such as April? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chengdu to Singapore
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap Chengdu to Singapore flight. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when looking for your plane ticket from Chengdu to Singapore.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from Chengdu to Singapore by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' Chengdu to Singapore flights.
Flying from Chengdu
Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
You can book a direct flight from Chengdu to Singapore leaving from Tianfu International Airport (TFU). Start your journey at TFU and touch down at Changi International Airport (SIN).
Well-known carriers that offer direct Chengdu to Singapore plane tickets departing from TFU include:
TFU is about 48 kilometres from central Chengdu. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 1 hour 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
After a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near Tianfu International Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from Chengdu to Singapore or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Tianfu International Airport maintains a solid on-time performance, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from TFU touch down on schedule 86.59% of the time.
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)
Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your Chengdu to Singapore flight. Visit family or friends or cross another city off your list. Whatever you'd like to do, check out these options between Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport and Singapore:
Haikou Meilan International Airport (HAK)
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)
CTU is roughly 11 kilometres from central Chengdu. It'll take you 30 minutes or so to reach the airport driving from the city centre.
Start your holiday sooner with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Chengdu to Singapore, take it easy in one of these hotels close to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport:
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport is known for its commitment to punctuality. 89.89% of flights taking off from here make it to their final destination as planned.
The street address for CTU is Airport Expressway Entrance.
Arriving in Singapore
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Changi International Airport (SIN) is approximately 18 kilometres from central Singapore. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 20 minutes.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Chengdu to Singapore, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near SIN:
Travel at your own speed with a Changi International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Avis, Sixt or Green Motion and find adventure across Singapore and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Changi International Airport around two weeks before your departure date.
Seletar Airport (XSP)
Once your flight from Chengdu to Singapore has hit the tarmac, you can make your way to the city centre in around 25 minutes by car. Central Singapore is approximately 14 kilometres from Seletar Airport (XSP).
The journey will take about 1 hour 25 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some comfortable places to lay your head close to XSP. Settle in and get cosy after your Chengdu to Singapore flight at any of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Singapore
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Chengdu to Singapore. April is the most popular month to travel to Singapore. If you want a more relaxed atmosphere, go in February.
Book a Chengdu to Singapore ticket departing in May if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Singapore to range from 25ºC to 31ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 24ºC and 30ºC. Search for cheap flights from Chengdu to Singapore around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Singapore
Start your Singapore trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Chengdu to Singapore, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Marina Bay Sands, Gardens by the Bay and Universal Studios Singapore are essential stops on your Singapore itinerary.