Travelling from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Chengdu: what you need to know
Portland International Airport is located in Portland. Based in the UTC+8 timezone, Chengdu is 15 hours ahead of Portland.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your flight from PDX to Chengdu.
If you're travelling during a peak month like July, get to the airport even earlier. It's smart to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Check-in and security lines are longer during vacation periods like Christmas, New Year and spring break.
Whether you want to explore another city along the way or just take a break, we make it a breeze to find a flight with a stopover. To compare your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is a stop you can make during your flight from PDX to Chengdu.
You'll need an embassy visa for China if you hold a passport from United States and are travelling for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements change frequently. So before you book your cheap ticket from Portland International Airport to Chengdu, check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the most recent updates.
Located around 19 kilometres from the centre of Portland, PDX can be reached in approximately 19 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey on public transport will take roughly 45 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near PDX? If you've booked an early flight from Portland International Airport to Chengdu, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
How to find the cheapest flights from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Chengdu
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Portland International Airport to Chengdu is C$642. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$1,311. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from PDX to Chengdu if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when searching for your ticket from Portland International Airport to Chengdu.
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Airports in Chengdu
Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
Tianfu International Airport (TFU) to the centre of Chengdu is about 1 hour and 15 minutes by car. It's approximately 72 kilometres away.
Reserve a hotel close to TFU if you're taking a late flight from Portland International Airport to Chengdu. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) is roughly 21 kilometres from the centre of Chengdu. Once you've hopped off your flight from Portland International Airport to Chengdu, it'll take you around 31 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
After your flight from PDX to Chengdu, kick back at a hotel close to 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 Portland International Airport to Chengdu. To escape the crowds, plan your trip to Chengdu in February when it's quieter.
Lock in your flight from Portland 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 sees average temperatures of between 0ºC and 13ºC. Search for cheap flights from PDX to Chengdu sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Chengdu
Start your Chengdu trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Portland International Airport to Chengdu, check out our range of hotels including:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Jinli Ancient Street, Wuhou Shrine and Sichuan Opera Troupe are essential stops on your Chengdu itinerary.
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