Travelling from Tianfu International Airport (TFU) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Tianfu International Airport to London Heathrow Airport is 11 hours 25 minutes.
London's timezone is UTC+0, which makes London eight hours behind Chengdu.
You can choose from four weekly Tianfu International Airport to London Heathrow Airport flights. The 15:55 departure with Air China is the earliest flight available. Air China operates the latest service of the day at 16:30.
To ensure you get on your TFU to LHR flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a peak month such as April? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Air China is your gateway to exploring London (and maybe even some other exciting corners of United Kingdom!). Check out the direct flights from Tianfu International Airport to London Heathrow Airport offered by this popular carrier.
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is Air China.
Among carriers operating TFU to LHR flights, Air China has the highest rate of on-time arrivals.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tianfu International Airport (TFU) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Rs64,672 is currently the best price for a one-way Tianfu International Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight. Return flights start at Rs190,321. These fares may change depending on availability.
Score cheap tickets from TFU to LHR by booking seven months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Tianfu International Airport to London Heathrow Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Handy information about Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
Tianfu International Airport maintains a strong on-time record, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from TFU land at their destination as scheduled 86.59% of the time.
To get to Tianfu International Airport from central Chengdu, it takes around 1 hour 15 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 72 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Need a convenient hotel near TFU? If you're boarding an early flight from Tianfu International Airport to London Heathrow Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Consider staying in a hotel near LHR if you're on a late Tianfu International Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight. Select one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Grab a London Heathrow Airport rental car and discover London and beyond with your own set of wheels. Surprice, U-Save and Green Motion are top outlets you can book with here.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle from London Heathrow Airport around one week in advance of your trip.
Getting from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London
From London Heathrow Airport, London is approximately 31 kilometres away. It takes around 55 minutes to drive to the centre.
It takes roughly 1 hour to get there using public transport.
When to fly to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
July is the busiest month for flights from Tianfu International Airport to London Heathrow Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to London in February.
Book your flight from Tianfu International Airport to London Heathrow Airport for July if you'd like to explore London during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 11ºC and 26ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC and 9ºC. Search for cheap tickets from TFU to LHR around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of United Kingdom
You've seen London, now it's time to discover more of United Kingdom. Journey about 161 kilometres north-west to Birmingham to check off its leading attractions. From Cadbury World to The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If there's time to check out another side of United Kingdom, head for Bristol, roughly 177 kilometres west of London. Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park are highlights.