Flying from Belfast to Chengdu: what you need to know
Belfast has two main airports where you can start your adventure. Explore your options for booking a flight from Belfast to Chengdu leaving from Belfast International Airport (BFS) or George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD).
Hop off your plane in Chengdu at Tianfu International Airport (TFU) or Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU).
Leave enough time to make your flight from Belfast to Chengdu. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month such as August? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
You'll need a visa for China if you hold a passport from United Kingdom and are visiting for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements can change. So before booking your cheap flights from Belfast to Chengdu, check with your airline as well as the destination country's local consulate or embassy for the most recent updates.
Flying from Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
Located around 32 kilometres from the centre of Belfast, BFS can be reached in approximately 31 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 2 hours and 2 minutes.
Want a handy hotel near Belfast International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Belfast to Chengdu, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
Give yourself a moment to freshen up during your flight from Belfast to Chengdu with a stopover. Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is one of the top options between George Best Belfast City Airport and Chengdu.
On public transport, you can travel from central Belfast to BHD in about 22 minutes. The terminal is roughly 8 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 12 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your flight from Belfast to Chengdu? Unwind in a hotel near George Best Belfast City Airport before your break officially starts. Check out these accommodation options:
Arriving in Chengdu
Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
Tianfu International Airport (TFU) to central Chengdu is roughly 72 kilometres. It'll take you about 1 hour and 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Belfast to Chengdu. Check in to one of these accommodation options near TFU instead:
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)
After your flight from Belfast to Chengdu has hit the tarmac, you can reach the city centre in around 31 minutes by car. Central Chengdu is roughly 21 kilometres from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU).
After your flight from Belfast to Chengdu, tuck yourself in at a hotel near CTU. These are some comfortable options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
How to find the cheapest flights from Belfast to Chengdu
At the moment, C$626 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Belfast to Chengdu. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$1,139. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Belfast to Chengdu if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.
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Best time to go to Chengdu
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Belfast to Chengdu. July is the most popular month to travel to Chengdu. If you prefer a quieter atmosphere, go in February.
Lock in your flight from Belfast to Chengdu for August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Chengdu to range from 21ºC to 33ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Belfast to Chengdu in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC and 13ºC on average.
More about Chengdu
After booking your flight from Belfast to Chengdu, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Chengdu:
Jinli Ancient Street and Wuhou Shrine are just two of the top attractions to add to your Chengdu must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Sichuan Opera Troupe.
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