Travelling from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Chengdu: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 12 hours 55 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Chengdu.
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is located in Madrid. Following the UTC+8 timezone, Chengdu is seven hours ahead of Madrid.
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU) is the most traveled route, with four weekly departures to choose from. You can travel from MAD to TFU at 10:05 with Sichuan Airlines.
Allow plenty of time to catch your MAD to Chengdu flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
Direct Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Chengdu tickets are available for booking. Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU) will be your arrival point.
Book your ticket with Sichuan Airlines. This popular carrier operates direct flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Chengdu.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your plane ticket from MAD to Chengdu. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your journey by stopping at one of these connection hubs:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)
MAD is about 13 kilometres from central Madrid. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 30 minutes.
Searching for a hotel near MAD? If you've booked an early flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Chengdu, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
77% of flights departing from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Chengdu
ج.م. 19,375 is currently the best price for a one-way Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Chengdu flight. A return plane ticket starts from ج.م. 33,952. These fares can change based on availability.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from MAD to Chengdu. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
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Airports in Chengdu
Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
The distance from Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU) to central Chengdu is roughly 48 kilometres. It'll take you around 50 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
If you have a late flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Chengdu, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near TFU:
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) is about 16 kilometres from the centre of Chengdu. Following your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Chengdu, it'll take you around 35 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre takes 45 minutes or so.
Following your MAD to Chengdu flight, settle in at a hotel close to CTU. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport can be found at Airport Expressway Entrance.
Best time to go to Chengdu
It's time to figure out your dates for your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Chengdu. February is the busiest month to visit Chengdu. If you want a quieter vibe, go in December.
When booking your Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Chengdu plane ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Chengdu, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC to 33ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MAD to Chengdu in January when temperatures average between 0ºC and 13ºC.
More about Chengdu
Start your Chengdu trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Chengdu, check out our range of hotels including:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Jinli Ancient Street, Tianfu Panda Tower and Sichuan Museum are must-visits when exploring Chengdu.
Explore more of China
Chengdu has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of China waiting to be explored. About 193 kilometres east of Chengdu, a visit to Nanchong will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like Lingyun Mountain Scenic Area, Xishan Scenic Area and Sichuan Nanchong Xishan Scenic Area Qileshan Scenic Area.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of China, consider Tianshui, about 467 kilometres north of Chengdu. Qimulin Mountain, Yuquan Temple and Tianshui Shenjin Mountain Provincial Forest Park are highlights.
