Travelling from Chengdu to Bangkok: what you need to know
Start your travel planning by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Chengdu to Bangkok. Tianfu International Airport (TFU) and Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) are the two main airports in Chengdu.
When it comes to working out where to arrive in Bangkok, Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) and Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) are the primary gateways.
A direct flight from Chengdu to Bangkok takes on average 3 hours 8 minutes. The timezone in Bangkok is UTC+7, which is 1 hour behind Chengdu.
Tianfu International Airport (TFU) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) is the most popular route between these two cities. There are 48 departures a week to choose from. If you prefer a later start to the day, the last flight from Chengdu to Bangkok is with Thai Airways International at 16:15. Go for the first TFU to BKK departure with Sichuan Airlines at 09:35 if you want to get going early.
Leave plenty of time to make your flight from Chengdu to Bangkok. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months like July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
You will need an e-visa for Thailand if you have a passport from China and are visiting for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements are subject to change. So before you book your cheap flights from Chengdu to Bangkok, check with your airline and the destination country's local consulate or embassy for the latest information.
Flying from Chengdu
Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
Direct flights from Chengdu to Bangkok frequently depart from Tianfu International Airport (TFU). TFU offers nonstop journeys to two Bangkok terminals, Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) and Don Mueang International Airport (DMK).
These are some of the well-known carriers offering direct flights from Chengdu to Bangkok departing from TFU:
TFU is approximately 72 kilometres from central Chengdu. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 1 hour and 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Looking for a handy hotel near Tianfu International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Chengdu to Bangkok, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)
Break up your flight from Chengdu to Bangkok with a stop at Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX). A major stopover between Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport and Bangkok, it's the perfect opportunity to recharge before the next leg of your journey.
CTU is approximately 21 kilometres from central Chengdu. It takes 31 minutes or so to reach the airport driving from the city centre.
Start your vacation sooner with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Chengdu to Bangkok, kick back in one of these hotels near Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport:
Arriving in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to central Bangkok is approximately 32 kilometres. It takes around 35 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour and 6 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel close to BKK if you're taking a late flight from Chengdu to Bangkok. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) is about 27 kilometres from central Bangkok. Following your flight from Chengdu to Bangkok, expect a drive time of approximately 30 minutes to get to the heart of the city.
Travelling by public transport will take about 1 hour and 5 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near DMK. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your flight from Chengdu to Bangkok:
How to find the cheapest flights from Chengdu to Bangkok
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chengdu to Bangkok is C$117. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$251. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
To score cheap flights from Chengdu to Bangkok, reserve your journey 10 months before your departure date.
Organize your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Chengdu to Bangkok. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.
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Best time to go to Bangkok
It's time to figure out your trip dates for your flight from Chengdu to Bangkok. July is the busiest month to visit Bangkok. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Bangkok is April, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC and 37ºC. Lock in your flights from Chengdu to Bangkok in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
December sees average temperatures of between 19ºC and 33ºC. Look for cheap flights from Chengdu to Bangkok sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Bangkok
Start your Bangkok trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Chengdu to Bangkok, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Grand Palace, Wat Arun and Wat Phra Kaew are top attractions which should be on any good Bangkok itinerary.
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