Flying from Chengdu to Vancouver International Airport (YVR): What you need to know
Planning your getaway begins with working out where you'll leave from in Chengdu. Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for booking a flight from Chengdu to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) leaving from here.
The average length of a direct Chengdu to Vancouver International Airport flight is 12 hours.
The timezone in Vancouver is UTC-8, which is 16 hours behind Chengdu. Vancouver International Airport is located in Vancouver.
You can choose from 2 direct flights a week between Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU) and Vancouver International Airport (YVR). This is the most popular route, with Sichuan Airlines offering a 12:05am departure from TFU to YVR.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your flight from Chengdu to YVR.
Popular months like July or other busy periods mean longer waiting times and potential delays. Stay ahead of the crowds by getting to the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Chengdu
Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU) is a convenient option for travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Chengdu to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) leave from this terminal.
Sichuan Airlines is a well-known carrier that operates direct flights from Chengdu to Vancouver International Airport jetting out of TFU.
The majority of travellers choose to book seats with Sichuan Airlines between TFU and YVR.
Sichuan Airlines is the most punctual carrier on this route, with 75.0% of its services arriving as scheduled.
TFU is about 48 kilometres from central Chengdu. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 50 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.
Want an easy start to your journey? Stay near Chengdu Tianfu International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Chengdu to Vancouver International Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels are just what you're after:
87% of flights departing from Chengdu Tianfu International Airport land at their destination on time. Given its dependable on-time performance, you're unlikely to be delayed when flying out of TFU.
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)
Check a new destination off your list or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Chengdu to Vancouver International Airport, browse these options when departing from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN)
You can arrive at CTU from central Chengdu in approximately 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride on public transport will take roughly 45 minutes to cover the 16 kilometres or so.
Flying off with the first light? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport the day before your Chengdu to YVR flight:
Most flights that depart Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport get to their destination within the expected time frame. It boasts an on-time performance rate of 90%.
You'll find CTU at Airport Expressway Entrance.
About Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Chengdu to Vancouver International Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near YVR instead:
Grab a Vancouver International Airport rental car and explore Vancouver and beyond with your own wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty and Avis are popular outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride around one week before your Chengdu to Vancouver International Airport flight.
Getting from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to central Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport to central Vancouver is roughly 11 kilometres. If you're renting a car or taking a taxi, plan in advance to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times vary depending on traffic and the time of day.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of around 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chengdu to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Rs108,232 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Chengdu to Vancouver International Airport. Return flights start at Rs224,939. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.
Get cheap flights from Chengdu to YVR by booking eight months ahead. According to our research, that's the ideal time frame for finding a bargain.
The best month for landing cheap Chengdu to Vancouver International Airport tickets is January. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates that offer the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Chengdu to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
July is the busiest month for flights from Chengdu to Vancouver International Airport (YVR). Plan your visit to Vancouver in November for a quieter experience.
The warmest month in Vancouver is August, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC and 24ºC. Lock in your Chengdu to YVR plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Chengdu to Vancouver International Airport in December when temperatures are between -1ºC and 7ºC.
More about Vancouver
Once you've booked your flight from Chengdu to Vancouver International Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Vancouver:
Your trip to Vancouver isn't complete without checking out the sights. Top attractions worth exploring include Stanley Park Seawall, Stanley Park and Stanley Park Seawall.
Explore more of Canada
Vancouver will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of Canada just waiting to be explored. Around 274 kilometres east of Vancouver, a trip to Kelowna will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like Lake Okanagan, The View Winery and Vineyard and Waterfront Park.
Kamloops is another must-experience destination in Canada and is around 257 kilometres north-east of Vancouver. No journey is complete without experiencing St. Paul's Cathedral, Valleyview Nature Park and Clearwater Lakes.

