Flying from Montreal to Chengdu: what you need to know
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) is Montreal's main airport. Explore your options for booking a flight from Montreal to Chengdu taking off from here.
Tianfu International Airport (TFU) and Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) are Chengdu's primary gateways.
Chengdu is 12 hours ahead of Montreal and follows the UTC+8 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to get on your Montreal to Chengdu flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Montreal to Chengdu
Booking in advance is often the key to securing a cheap Montreal to Chengdu flight. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the nearer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
Finding cheap plane tickets from Montreal to Chengdu is more likely if you're flexible with your trip dates. Try using the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across each month and walk away with an awesome deal.
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Flying from Montreal
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Travelling from central Montreal to YUL takes about 45 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 16 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
After an easy start to your trip? Stay near Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Montreal to Chengdu or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
64.89% of flights that take off from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport make it to their destination on time.
YUL's address is 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
Arriving in Chengdu
Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
Tianfu International Airport (TFU) is approximately 48 kilometres from central Chengdu. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Montreal to Chengdu. Stay at one of these accommodation options near TFU instead:
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) is around 11 kilometres from central Chengdu. Once you've disembarked your flight from Montreal to Chengdu, it'll take you approximately 30 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
After your flight from Montreal to Chengdu, kick back at a hotel close to CTU. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
The address for Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport is Airport Expressway Entrance.
Best time to go to Chengdu
January is the quietest month for flights from Montreal to Chengdu, while April is the busiest. Figure out the best time to visit Chengdu based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Chengdu is August, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your Montreal to Chengdu ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap flights from Montreal to Chengdu in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC and 13ºC on average.
More about Chengdu
After booking your flight from Montreal to Chengdu, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Chengdu:
Jinli Ancient Street and Wuhou Shrine are just two of the top-rated attractions to add to your Chengdu travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Sichuan Opera Troupe.
Explore more of China
Nanchong is just one of the many cities in China waiting to be explored after you've experienced Chengdu. Around 193 kilometres to the east, popular attractions include 小西街, 六合丝博园 and Yinxiang Jialingjiang Wetland Park.
If you're looking to explore another side of China, consider Tianshui, about 467 kilometres north of Chengdu. 伏羲祭祀广场, 成纪儿童公园 and 天水古城 are among the biggest draws.