Flying from Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU) to Dalian Airport (DLC): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Chengdu Tianfu International Airport to Dalian Airport is 3 hours.
Dalian's timezone is UTC+8, which is the same as Chengdu.
Flights from TFU to DLC start at 08:00 — the earliest with China Southern Airlines. The last departure is at 21:15 with Air China. In total, there are 36 weekly Chengdu Tianfu International Airport to Dalian Airport flights.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your TFU to DLC flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as December. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
With direct flights from Chengdu Tianfu International Airport to Dalian Airport available from numerous airlines, getting to Dalian (and then other destinations in China) is a cinch. Here's who you can fly nonstop with:
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is Air China.
China Southern stands out as the most punctual carrier for TFU to DLC flights, with 97.64% of its services landing on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU) to Dalian Airport (DLC)
Rs30,037 is currently the best price for a one-way Chengdu Tianfu International Airport to Dalian Airport flight. A return flight starts at Rs67,771. These prices may change depending on availability.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from TFU to DLC. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the cheapest price across the month when looking for your flight from Chengdu Tianfu International Airport to Dalian Airport.
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Handy information about Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
Chengdu Tianfu International Airport gets high marks for on-time performance. 85% of flights that depart TFU arrive at their destination on time.
Chengdu Tianfu International Airport 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 the traffic.
Expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour when using public transport.
Catching an early flight from Chengdu Tianfu International Airport to Dalian Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels near TFU:
Arriving at Dalian Airport (DLC)
Consider staying in a hotel near DLC if you're taking a late Chengdu Tianfu International Airport to Dalian Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
When to fly to Dalian Airport (DLC)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Chengdu Tianfu International Airport to Dalian Airport. May is the busiest month to visit Dalian. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Dalian is July, with the temperature ranging between 19ºC and 31ºC. Lock in your flights from Chengdu Tianfu International Airport to Dalian Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between -12ºC and 0ºC. Search for cheap tickets from TFU to DLC sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of China
Beijing is just one of the many places in China waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Dalian. Around 467 kilometres away to the west, check out popular attractions including Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven and Tiananmen Square.
Around 386 kilometres west of Dalian, Tianjin is another essential stop in China. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Haihe River, China Ancient Castle and Tianjin World Financial Centre.
