Travelling from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU): what you need to know
Chengdu is 14 hours ahead of Calgary and is in the UTC+8 timezone.
Your YYC to CTU flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Flying during a peak time like July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)
C$831 is the best price for a one-way Calgary International Airport to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport flight. A return flight starts from C$1,645. These prices can change based on availability.
It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you're looking for cheap tickets from YYC to CTU. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap flights from Calgary International Airport to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices across each month and snap up a great deal.
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Handy information about Calgary International Airport (YYC)
The address for YYC is 2000 Airport Road Northeast.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Calgary International Airport, data shows 65.39% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Central Calgary to Calgary International Airport is approximately 16 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
You can expect a journey time of about 1 hour on public transport.
Get your travels off to a stress-free start by staying near YYC. Whether you've booked an early flight from Calgary International Airport to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)
Reserve a hotel close to CTU if you're taking a late Calgary International Airport to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Getting from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) to central Chengdu
You'll find CTU at Airport Expressway Entrance.
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport to central Chengdu has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 21 kilometres away.
When to fly to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)
The quietest month for a flight from Calgary International Airport to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport is February, while April is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Chengdu based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Chengdu is August, with the temperature ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your flights from Calgary International Airport to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from YYC to CTU in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) on average.
Explore more of China
Chengdu has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of China waiting to be explored. About 193 kilometres east of Chengdu, a visit to Nanchong will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like 小西街, 六合丝博园 and Yinxiang Jialingjiang Wetland Park.
Around 467 kilometres north of Chengdu, Tianshui is another favourite stop in China. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at 伏羲祭祀广场, 成纪儿童公园 and 天水古城.