Travelling from Singapore to Chengdu: what you need to know
Singapore is home to a couple of airports where you can set off on your adventure. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Singapore to Chengdu departing from Changi International Airport (SIN) or Seletar Airport (XSP).
Touch down in Chengdu at Tianfu International Airport (TFU) or Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU).
Book a direct Singapore to Chengdu flight and you'll be flying for an average of 4 hours 45 minutes.
Chengdu's timezone is UTC+8, which is the same as Singapore.
Changi International Airport (SIN) to Tianfu International Airport (TFU) is the most traveled route that connects these two cities. There are 25 weekly flights to pick from. If you have things to do before leaving, the last flight from Singapore to Chengdu is with Sichuan Airlines at 17:00. Go for the first SIN to TFU departure with Air China at 02:30 to maximise your time in Chengdu.
Allow plenty of time to get on your Singapore to Chengdu flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling over a peak time such as April? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Singapore to Chengdu
To score cheap Singapore to Chengdu flights, book your journey six months before your departure.
September is the best month for picking up an awesome deal on a plane ticket from Singapore to Chengdu. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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Flying from Singapore
Changi International Airport (SIN)
If you're after a direct flight from Singapore to Chengdu, you can depart from Changi International Airport (SIN). Travel from SIN to Tianfu International Airport (TFU) in one seamless trip.
You can choose from various airlines offering direct Singapore to Chengdu plane tickets with departures from SIN, including:
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey — and maybe even visit a new city. When searching for Singapore to Chengdu flights departing from Changi International Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG)
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Haikou Meilan International Airport (HAK)
SIN is around 18 kilometres from central Singapore. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour.
Booked an early flight from Singapore to Chengdu? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near Changi International Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Changi International Airport, data shows 68.95% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Arriving in Chengdu
Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
Tianfu International Airport (TFU) to central Chengdu takes around 1 hour 15 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 48 kilometres away.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Singapore to Chengdu. Check in to one of these accommodation options near TFU instead:
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) is roughly 11 kilometres from the centre of Chengdu. Once you've disembarked your flight from Singapore to Chengdu, it'll take you approximately 30 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near CTU. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your flight from Singapore to Chengdu:
The address for Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport is Airport Expressway Entrance.
Best time to go to Chengdu
April is the busiest month for flights from Singapore to Chengdu. To travel when it's less crowded, visit Chengdu in January.
The warmest month in Chengdu is August, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC and 33ºC. Book your Singapore to Chengdu ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Singapore to Chengdu in January when temperatures average between 0ºC and 13ºC.
More about Chengdu
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Chengdu right here. Browse these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Singapore to Chengdu:
Jinli Ancient Street and Wuhou Shrine are a couple of top-rated attractions to add to your Chengdu must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Sichuan Opera Troupe.
Explore more of China
Chengdu has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of China just waiting to be explored. Around 193 kilometres east of Chengdu, a visit to Nanchong will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like 小西街, 六合丝博园 and Yinxiang Jialingjiang Wetland Park.
Tianshui is another sought-after destination in China and is around 467 kilometres north of Chengdu. No journey is complete without dropping by 伏羲祭祀广场, 成纪儿童公园 and 天水古城.
