Flying from Sanya Airport (SYX) to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Sanya Airport to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport is 2 hours 35 minutes.
Chengdu's timezone is UTC+8, which is the same as Sanya.
Every week, there are 43 Sanya Airport to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport flights. If you want to jet off early, opt for the 09:40 Tibet Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the last departure is at 23:00 with Chengdu Airlines.
To ensure you get on your SYX to CTU flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak time like January? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
You can travel nonstop to Chengdu, China. Jet off with one of these carriers that offer direct flights from Sanya Airport to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport:
The majority of travellers choose to fly with Tibet Airlines on this route.
Air China is the most punctual carrier that operates SYX to CTU flights. A reliable 94.39% of its departures on this route arrive without delay.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Sanya Airport to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between SYX and CTU include:
Guangzhou Airport
Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport
Kunming Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sanya Airport (SYX) to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)
At the moment, 77 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Sanya Airport to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 156 €. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SYX to CTU if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Sanya Airport to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport throughout the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
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Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Sanya Airport to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport.
Handy information about Sanya Airport (SYX)
You'll find SYX at Fenghuang Rd.
Sanya Airport has a strong on-time performance, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from SYX land on schedule 80% of the time.
To reach Sanya Airport from central Sanya, it takes about 25 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport takes about 50 minutes.
Have an early flight from Sanya Airport to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to SYX:
Arriving at Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)
Consider staying in a hotel near CTU if you're catching a late Sanya Airport to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) to central Chengdu
The address for CTU is Airport Expressway Entrance.
From Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport, Chengdu is approximately 16 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to drive to the centre.
Getting there on public transport will take you around 45 minutes.
When to fly to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Sanya Airport to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport. November is the most popular month to visit Chengdu. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
Book your flight from Sanya Airport to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport for August if you'd like to visit Chengdu during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SYX to CTU in January. Average temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) then.
Explore more of China
Nanchong is just one of the many places in China waiting to be explored after you've experienced Chengdu. Around 193 kilometres away to the east, top sights here include Lingyun Mountain Scenic Area, Xishan Scenic Area and Sichuan Nanchong Xishan Scenic Area Qileshan Scenic Area.
Tianshui is another essential stop in China and is around 467 kilometres north of Chengdu. No trip is complete without seeing Qimulin Mountain, Yuquan Temple and Tianshui Shenjin Mountain Provincial Forest Park.












