Flying from Shanghai to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU): What you need to know
Begin your travels at one of Shanghai's main airports, Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) or Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA). Check out your options for booking a flight from Shanghai to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) departing from either of these.
Around 3 hours 25 minutes is the typical travel time on a direct Shanghai to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport flight.
Chengdu (where Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport is located) and Shanghai share the UTC+8 timezone. Same timezone means no confusion when scheduling your trip.
With 95 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) is the busiest route. Air China operates the earliest flight at 7:30am. If you prefer to make the most of your day before flying, the last flight from PVG to CTU is with Chengdu Airlines at 10pm.
Your flight from Shanghai to CTU won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
If you're jetting off during a bank holiday or other peak period, give yourself more time. Arrive two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.
Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) is a convenient option for travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Shanghai to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) can be booked from this terminal.
At PVG, you'll find a good selection of airlines offering direct flights from Shanghai to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport, such as:
Most travellers choose to book seats with Air China from PVG to CTU.
The carrier with the top on-time arrival performance on this route is Chengdu Airlines.
To reach PVG from central Shanghai, it takes around 50 minutes to drive the 56 kilometres or so.
Catching an early flight from Shanghai to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to Shanghai Pudong International Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Shanghai Pudong International Airport, 78.11% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
You'll find PVG at No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Think about kicking off your trip from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA). You can book a direct Shanghai to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) flight ticket from this hub.
Popular airlines that operate direct flights from Shanghai to CTU taking off from SHA include:
On the SHA to CTU route, China Eastern Airlines is the go-to airline for most travellers on this route.
Among the carriers operating flights between Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport and Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport, Air China has the best record for on-time arrivals.
Depending on road traffic, you can drive to SHA from Shanghai's centre in around 20 minutes. The airport is approximately 14 kilometres away.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Shanghai to CTU flight? Kick back in a hotel near Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport before your trip officially starts. These stays have your key waiting:
Flights from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport have a strong track record for punctuality, with 85.58% of them touching down within the expected time frame.
You'll find SHA at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
About Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)
Have a late flight from Shanghai to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport? Don't let your travel day stretch into tomorrow. Check in to one of these hotels near CTU and hit the pillow fast:
The address for CTU is Airport Expressway Entrance.
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)
Currently, Rs19,533 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Shanghai to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs108,584. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book one month before you want to travel. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Shanghai to CTU.
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The best time to fly from Shanghai to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)
Think about the kind of experience you want when planning the timing of your trip. February is the quietest month to go to Chengdu. July is when most people book flights from Shanghai to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU), which may be perfect if you're after more excitement.
When booking your Shanghai to CTU flight ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Chengdu, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC to 33ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Shanghai to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC and 13ºC.
More about Chengdu
Once you've booked your flight from Shanghai to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these options your base for exploring Chengdu:
Your trip to Chengdu wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Leading attractions you won't want to miss include 熊猫滚滚, 熊猫园 and Tianfu Panda Tower.
Explore more of China
You've done Chengdu, now it's time to discover other corners of China. Travel about 209 kilometres east to Nanchong to tick off its leading sights. From Lingyun Mountain Scenic Area to Xishan Scenic Area and Sichuan Nanchong Xishan Scenic Area Qileshan Scenic Area, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Zigong is another standout destination in China and is around 153 kilometres south-east of Chengdu. No journey is complete without seeing Zigong Dinosaur Museum, Chinese Lantern Museum and 恐龙世界.
