Flying from Canberra Airport (CBR) to Chengdu: what you need to know
Canberra Airport is located in Canberra. Following the UTC+8 timezone, Chengdu is three hours behind Canberra.
To avoid rushing for your CBR to Chengdu flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
The journey from central Canberra to CBR takes around 1 hour 5 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 6 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
In search of a hotel near CBR? If you're boarding an early flight from Canberra Airport to Chengdu, these accommodation options set you up for a seamless send-off:
72.61% of flights that depart Canberra Airport land at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Canberra Airport (CBR) to Chengdu
The best price we've seen for a one-way Canberra Airport to Chengdu flight is 4.106 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 803 €. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from CBR to Chengdu. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
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Airports in Chengdu
Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
Tianfu International Airport (TFU) is around 72 kilometres from the centre of Chengdu. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
Think about booking a hotel near TFU if you're coming in on a late flight from Canberra Airport to Chengdu. Check in to one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)
The centre of Chengdu is around 21 kilometres from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU). Once your flight from Canberra Airport to Chengdu has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of about 30 minutes.
There are some comfortable places ready to welcome you near CTU. Kick back and get cosy after your CBR to Chengdu flight at any of these well-located options:
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport is located at Airport Expressway Entrance.
Best time to go to Chengdu
Visit Chengdu during the high season if you like a lively atmosphere, but remember that prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Canberra Airport to Chengdu during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
Book a Canberra Airport to Chengdu plane 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 (70ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from CBR to Chengdu in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) on average.
More about Chengdu
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Chengdu right here. Check out these options once you've booked your flight from Canberra Airport to Chengdu:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Wuhou Shrine, Jinli Ancient Street and Sichuan Opera Troupe are essential stops on your Chengdu itinerary.
Explore more of China
You've done Chengdu, now it's time to explore more of China. Journey around 193 kilometres east to Nanchong to tick off its leading sights. From 六合丝博园 to 印象嘉陵江文创小镇 and Yinxiang Jialingjiang Wetland Park, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're eager to discover another corner of China, head for Tianshui, about 467 kilometres north of Chengdu. 伏羲祭祀广场, 成纪儿童公园 and 天水古城 are highlights.