Travelling from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Tianfu International Airport (TFU): what you need to know
Chengdu's timezone is UTC+8, making Chengdu two hours 30 minutes ahead of Chennai.
Give yourself enough time to catch your MAA to TFU flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Chennai Airport to Tianfu International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between MAA and TFU:
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Hong Kong International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Chennai Airport to Tianfu International Airport flight is Rs78,686. A round-trip plane ticket right now is Rs151,081. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from MAA to TFU if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird rates.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when looking for your flight from Chennai Airport to Tianfu International Airport.
Finding cheap flights from MAA to TFU couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a lower fare pops up.
Discover the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Chennai Airport to Tianfu International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Chennai Airport (MAA)
76.04% of flights taking off from Chennai Airport arrive at their destination on time.
To reach Chennai Airport from central Chennai, it'll take around 45 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport will take about 50 minutes.
Get your trip off to a relaxed start by staying near MAA. Whether you have an early flight from Chennai Airport to Tianfu International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Chennai Airport to Tianfu International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near TFU instead:
Getting from Tianfu International Airport (TFU) to central Chengdu
Tianfu International Airport to the centre of Chengdu has a drive time of around 1 hour 15 minutes. It's approximately 72 kilometres away.
When to fly to Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
The quietest month for a flight from Chennai Airport to Tianfu International Airport is January, while April is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Chengdu based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your flight from Chennai Airport to Tianfu International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Chengdu, with the temperature ranging from 21ºC to 33ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from MAA to TFU in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC and 13ºC on average.
Explore more of China
You've seen Chengdu, now it's time to discover more of China. Journey around 193 kilometres east to Nanchong to check off its must-visit sights. From 小西街 to 六合丝博园 and Yinxiang Jialingjiang Wetland Park, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you want to check out another great destination in China, consider Tianshui, roughly 467 kilometres north of Chengdu. 伏羲祭祀广场, 成纪儿童公园 and 天水古城 are key reasons to visit.
