Travelling from Macau International Airport (MFM) to Chengdu: what you need to know
Macau (the location of Macau International Airport) and Chengdu share the same timezone — UTC+8.
To ensure you catch your flight from MFM to Chengdu, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
You can book a direct flight from Macau International Airport to Chengdu that lands at Tianfu International Airport (TFU).
Air Macau is a popular carrier that offers direct flights from Macau International Airport to Chengdu.
You don't need a visa or passport to fly within China. You will need a valid form of identification though, such as a driver's licence or an ID card. Add them to your packing checklist once you've booked flight tickets from Macau International Airport to Chengdu.
MFM is about 10 kilometres from central Macau. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 17 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 57 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to MFM? If you're boarding an early flight from Macau International Airport to Chengdu, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
How to find the cheapest flights from Macau International Airport (MFM) to Chengdu
C$190 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Macau International Airport to Chengdu. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$349. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To score cheap tickets from MFM to Chengdu, book ahead. Airlines generally offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, make the most of the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across the month when looking for a ticket from Macau International Airport to Chengdu.
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Airports in Chengdu
Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
Tianfu International Airport (TFU) to central Chengdu is approximately 72 kilometres. It'll take you around 1 hour and 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Reserve a hotel near TFU if you're taking a late flight from Macau International Airport to Chengdu. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)
Once your flight from Macau International Airport to Chengdu has hit the runway, you can reach the city centre in around 31 minutes by car. Central Chengdu is approximately 21 kilometres from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU).
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel near CTU. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your flight from MFM to Chengdu:
Best time to go to Chengdu
July is the busiest month for flights from Macau International Airport to Chengdu. To avoid the crowds, head to Chengdu in February when things are quieter.
Before booking a flight from Macau International Airport to Chengdu, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Chengdu, with the temperature ranging from 21ºC to 33ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from MFM to Chengdu in January when temperatures average between 0ºC and 13ºC.
More about Chengdu
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Chengdu right here. Check out these hotels after locking in your flight from Macau International Airport to Chengdu:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Jinli Ancient Street, Wuhou Shrine and Sichuan Opera Troupe are popular attractions which should feature on every Chengdu itinerary.
Complete your Chengdu trip with a car rental
Select one of our car rentals in Chengdu and explore the city on your own schedule. Easily compare rates in one place to find the perfect set of wheels once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flights from Macau International Airport to Chengdu.