Flying from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Chengdu: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 10 hours 48 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Chengdu.
The timezone in Chengdu is UTC+8. The city is 3 hours behind Sydney, where Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is located.
The busiest route is from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Tianfu International Airport (TFU). You can select from 12 services every week between these two airports. If you want to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from SYD to TFU is the 20:20 Sichuan Airlines option. If you prefer travelling later, the last departure is at 21:20 with Sichuan Airlines.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your flight from SYD to Chengdu.
Flying during a popular month such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
You can get a direct flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Chengdu. Start your journey at SYD and touch down at Tianfu International Airport (TFU).
Look out for offers from Sichuan Airlines. This airline operates direct flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Chengdu.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling — and possibly even explore another city. When browsing flights from SYD to Chengdu, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN)
Wuhan Tianhe International Airport (WUH)
When travelling to China for tourism purposes, you will need a visa if you hold a passport from Australia. However, visa rules can change and you may need additional documents depending on the purpose and duration of your trip. Always check the most up-to-date guidelines before you book your cheap ticket from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Chengdu.
Located around 18 kilometres from the centre of Sydney, SYD can be reached in about 21 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey on public transport takes roughly 27 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel close to SYD? If you're catching an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Chengdu, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Chengdu
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Chengdu is C$400. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$726. Bear in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Get cheap tickets from SYD to Chengdu by booking at least 9 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Chengdu. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
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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 booking a hotel close to TFU if you're taking a late flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Chengdu. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) is around 21 kilometres from the centre of Chengdu. Following your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Chengdu, it'll take you around 31 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near CTU. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your flight from SYD to Chengdu:
Best time to go to Chengdu
July is the busiest month for flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Chengdu. To steer clear of the crowds, head for Chengdu in February when things are quieter.
Lock in your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Chengdu for August to visit 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. Search for cheap flights from SYD to Chengdu around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Chengdu
After locking in your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Chengdu, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Chengdu:
Jinli Ancient Street and Wuhou Shrine are a couple of major attractions to put on your Chengdu travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Sichuan Opera Troupe.
Complete your Chengdu trip with a car rental
Choose one of our car rentals in Chengdu and see the sights at your leisure. Easily compare options in one place to find your ideal ride once you've booked your hotel and cheap flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Chengdu.