Flying from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Tianfu International Airport (TFU): what you need to know
Chengdu is two hours 30 minutes ahead of New Delhi and observes the UTC+8 timezone.
To ensure you catch your DEL to TFU flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Tianfu International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between DEL and TFU:
Tribhuvan International Airport
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Tan Son Nhat International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
Currently, 182 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Indira Gandhi International Airport to Tianfu International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 427 €. Remember that fares may change due to availability when booking.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from DEL to TFU. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Getting cheap flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Tianfu International Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares across each month and land a great deal.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from DEL to TFU.
Find the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Tianfu International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
67.17% of flights that depart Indira Gandhi International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Central New Delhi to Indira Gandhi International Airport is approximately 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 55 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near DEL? If you've booked an early flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Tianfu International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
Reserve a hotel close to TFU if you're catching a late Indira Gandhi International Airport to Tianfu International Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Tianfu International Airport (TFU) to central Chengdu
Tianfu International Airport to the centre of Chengdu has a drive time of about 1 hour 15 minutes. It's approximately 72 kilometres away.
When to fly to Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
The quietest month for a flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Tianfu International Airport is January, while April is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Chengdu based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
When reserving your flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Tianfu International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Chengdu, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from DEL to TFU in January. Average temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) then.
Explore more of China
You've done Chengdu, now it's time to discover more of China. Journey around 193 kilometres east to Nanchong to tick off its top attractions. From 小西街 to 六合丝博园 and Yinxiang Jialingjiang Wetland Park, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Tianshui is another sought-after destination in China and is around 467 kilometres north of Chengdu. No journey is complete without dropping by 伏羲祭祀广场, 成纪儿童公园 and 天水古城.
