Travelling from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to Chengdu: what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Chengdu and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 40 minutes.
Hong Kong (the location of Hong Kong International Airport) and Chengdu follow the same timezone — UTC+8.
The most popular route is from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to Tianfu International Airport (TFU). Take your pick of 43 weekly services between these two airports. If you want to get on your way as soon as possible, the earliest flight from HKG to TFU is the 10:00 Cathay Pacific option. If you prefer to travel later, the final departure is at 19:25 with Shenzhen Airlines.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to catch your HKG to Chengdu flight.
Travelling during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
You can book a direct Hong Kong International Airport to Chengdu ticket. Start your journey at HKG and land at Tianfu International Airport (TFU).
Direct flights from Hong Kong International Airport to Chengdu are offered by a variety of airlines. Book your journey with one of these:
Travelling from central Hong Kong to HKG takes about 45 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a leisurely start to your travels? Stay near HKG. Whether you have an early flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Chengdu or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Of the flights that depart from Hong Kong International Airport, 73.04% land on time at their destination.
You'll find HKG at 1 Cheong Hong Rd.
How to find the cheapest flights from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to Chengdu
The best price we've seen for a one-way Hong Kong International Airport to Chengdu flight is ج.م. 4,824. The cheapest price for a return flight is ج.م. 7,812. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Lock in cheap flights from HKG to Chengdu by booking one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the best time for finding the biggest deals.
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Airports in Chengdu
Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
The distance from Tianfu International Airport (TFU) to central Chengdu is roughly 72 kilometres. It'll take you about 1 hour 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you have a late flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Chengdu, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near TFU:
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)
After your flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Chengdu has hit the runway, you can reach the city centre in about 30 minutes by car. Central Chengdu is roughly 21 kilometres from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU).
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel near CTU. Here are a few options where you can check in after your HKG to Chengdu flight:
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport is located at Airport Expressway Entrance.
Best time to go to Chengdu
Visit Chengdu during high season if you prefer a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book flights from Hong Kong International Airport to Chengdu in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
Lock in a Hong Kong International Airport to Chengdu flight ticket with a departure in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 21ºC to 33ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from HKG to Chengdu in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC and 13ºC on average.
More about Chengdu
Start your Chengdu trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Chengdu, explore our range of hotels including:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Wuhou Shrine, Jinli Ancient Street and Sichuan Opera Troupe are essential stops on your Chengdu itinerary.
Explore more of China
Nanchong is just one of the many places in China waiting to be explored after you've seen Chengdu. Around 193 kilometres away to the east, check out popular attractions including 六合丝博园, 印象嘉陵江文创小镇 and Yinxiang Jialingjiang Wetland Park.
Around 467 kilometres north of Chengdu, Tianshui is another essential stop in China. No visit is complete without checking out 伏羲祭祀广场, 成纪儿童公园 and 天水古城.