Flying from Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) to Chengdu: what you need to know
Kempegowda International Airport is located in Bengaluru. Operating on the UTC+8 timezone, Chengdu is 2 hours 30 minutes ahead of Bengaluru.
Leave enough time to catch your flight from BLR to Chengdu. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling over a peak time such as August? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from BLR to Chengdu. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for the departures. Take a break from travelling at one of these popular airports:
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Phuket International Airport (HKT)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
To enter China for tourism purposes, you will require an embassy visa if you hold a passport from India. However, visa rules can change and you may need other documents depending on the length and purpose of your trip. Always check the latest guidelines before booking your cheap ticket from Kempegowda International Airport to Chengdu.
Travelling from central Bengaluru to BLR takes about 1 hour and 54 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a convenient hotel near BLR? If you've booked an early flight from Kempegowda International Airport to Chengdu, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
How to find the cheapest flights from Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) to Chengdu
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Kempegowda International Airport to Chengdu is C$333. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$735. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To score cheap tickets from BLR to Chengdu, book early. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
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Airports in Chengdu
Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
Tianfu International Airport (TFU) to central Chengdu takes about 1 hour and 15 minutes by car. It's approximately 72 kilometres away.
Reserve a hotel near TFU if you have a late flight from Kempegowda International Airport to Chengdu. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)
The centre of Chengdu is approximately 21 kilometres from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU). Once your flight from Kempegowda International Airport to Chengdu has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 31 minutes.
After your flight from BLR to Chengdu, tuck yourself in at a hotel near CTU. These are some comfortable options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Chengdu
July is the busiest month for flights from Kempegowda International Airport to Chengdu. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Chengdu in February when things are quieter.
Lock in your flight from Kempegowda International Airport to Chengdu for August to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 21ºC to 33ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC and 13ºC. Look for cheap flights from BLR to Chengdu sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Chengdu
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Chengdu right here. Check out these options after locking in your flight from Kempegowda International Airport to Chengdu:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Jinli Ancient Street, Wuhou Shrine and Sichuan Opera Troupe are essential stops on your Chengdu itinerary.
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