Flying from Canberra Airport (CBR) to Chengdu: what you need to know
Canberra Airport is located in Canberra. Operating on the UTC+8 timezone, Chengdu is 3 hours behind Canberra.
Give yourself enough time to make your flight from CBR to Chengdu. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month like July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
If you have a passport from Australia, you will need a visa to enter China. This applies if you're booking a cheap ticket from Canberra Airport to Chengdu for tourism purposes. The rules may differ if you're travelling for business or other reasons. Always check official visa guidelines before you book and certainly before you fly.
Located around 8 kilometres from the centre of Canberra, CBR can be reached in approximately 14 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 6 minutes.
Want a handy hotel near CBR? If you're catching an early flight from Canberra Airport to Chengdu, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
How to find the cheapest flights from Canberra Airport (CBR) to Chengdu
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Canberra Airport to Chengdu is C$1,425. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$1,649. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from CBR to Chengdu if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Canberra Airport to Chengdu across the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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Play around with the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Canberra Airport to Chengdu, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Airports in Chengdu
Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
Tianfu International Airport (TFU) to the centre of Chengdu is around 1 hour and 15 minutes by car. It's approximately 72 kilometres away.
Consider staying in a hotel near TFU if you're taking a late flight from Canberra Airport to Chengdu. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)
After your flight from Canberra Airport to Chengdu has hit the runway, you can get to the city centre in about 31 minutes by car. Central Chengdu is roughly 21 kilometres from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU).
After your flight from CBR to Chengdu, unwind at a hotel near CTU. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Chengdu
July is the busiest month to board a flight from Canberra Airport to Chengdu while February is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Chengdu, consider your preferred travel pace and style.
Before booking a flight from Canberra Airport to Chengdu, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Chengdu, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC to 33ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC and 13ºC. Search for cheap flights from CBR to Chengdu around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Chengdu
After locking in your flight from Canberra Airport to Chengdu, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Chengdu:
Jinli Ancient Street and Wuhou Shrine are a couple of popular attractions to put on your Chengdu to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Sichuan Opera Troupe.
Complete your Chengdu trip with a car rental
We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Canberra Airport to Chengdu to track down incredible deals on car rentals. Search for your ride in seconds and compare offers in one place. Plus you'll find everything you need to know about car rentals in Chengdu, from the most popular rental company to the best time to book.
