Travelling from Chengdu to Frankfurt: what you need to know
Chengdu is home to a couple of airports where you can kick off your trip. Check out your options for booking a flight from Chengdu to Frankfurt leaving from Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU) or Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU).
Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) and Hahn Airport (HHN) are Frankfurt's primary gateways.
Take a direct Chengdu to Frankfurt flight and you'll be flying for an average of 11 hours 15 minutes.
Frankfurt's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Frankfurt seven hours behind Chengdu.
With three weekly flights between the two airports, Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU) to Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) is the most popular route. Board the earliest flight from Chengdu to Frankfurt with Air China at 01:45. If you prefer to get more out of your day before flying, the last flight from TFU to FRA is with Air China at 01:45.
Give yourself enough time to get on your Chengdu to Frankfurt flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like December, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chengdu to Frankfurt
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap Chengdu to Frankfurt flights if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
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Flying from Chengdu
Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
Depart from Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU) on a nonstop flight from Chengdu to Frankfurt. From TFU, you can travel directly to Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA).
Reserve your Chengdu to Frankfurt plane tickets with Air China. This airline is a top pick for direct flights from TFU.
Located around 48 kilometres from the centre of Chengdu, TFU can be reached in about 50 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 1 hour.
Want an easy start to your journey? Stay near Chengdu Tianfu International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Chengdu to Frankfurt or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Chengdu Tianfu International Airport maintains a solid on-time record, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from TFU arrive at their destination as scheduled 85% of the time.
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)
Break up your Chengdu to Frankfurt flight with a stop so you can freshen up or tick a new place off your list. Some great stopovers between Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport and Frankfurt include:
Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG)
Beijing Capital Airport (PEK)
Shenyang Airport (SHE)
You can get to CTU from the centre of Chengdu in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride by public transport takes roughly 45 minutes to cover the 11 kilometres or so.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Chengdu to Frankfurt, kick back in one of these hotels close to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport:
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport is known for its commitment to punctuality. 84% of flights leaving here make it to their final destination as planned.
You'll find CTU at Airport Expressway Entrance.
Arriving in Frankfurt
Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)
The distance from Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) to central Frankfurt is approximately 11 kilometres. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 20 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Chengdu to Frankfurt. Reserve one of these accommodation options near FRA instead:
Grab a Frankfurt am Main Airport rental car and discover Frankfurt and beyond with your own wheels. Wheego, Alamo and OK Mobility are popular outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from Frankfurt am Main Airport around three weeks in advance of your trip.
Hahn Airport (HHN)
Central Frankfurt is approximately 105 kilometres from Hahn Airport (HHN). After your flight from Chengdu to Frankfurt has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of about 1 hour 25 minutes.
The trip will take roughly 2 hours 10 minutes on public transport.
There are some great places to lay your head close to HHN. Kick back after your Chengdu to Frankfurt flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or slow-moving taxi lines. Grab a Hahn Airport rental car and let your trip unfold on your terms. Check out the rates and availability from Flex To Go, Alamo and Keddy By Europcar.
Get exactly what you want. Securing your ride from HHN four weeks ahead of time often means lower prices and a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Frankfurt
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Chengdu to Frankfurt. September is the most popular month to visit Frankfurt. If you like a more peaceful vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Frankfurt is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your Chengdu to Frankfurt ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Chengdu to Frankfurt in January when temperatures average between -4ºC (25ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF).
More about Frankfurt
Once you've booked your flight from Chengdu to Frankfurt, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Frankfurt:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Educational institution Anne Frank, Main Tower and Staedel Museum are popular attractions which should be on every Frankfurt itinerary.
Explore more of Germany
Frankfurt has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Germany you should also see. Around 418 kilometres northeast of Frankfurt, a trip to Berlin will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like Brandenburg Gate, Reichstag Building and Berlin Philharmonic.
Around 386 kilometres north of Frankfurt, Hamburg is another favourite stop in Germany. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.


