Travelling from Tokyo to Chengdu: what you need to know
Start your travel planning by considering where you'll catch your flight from Tokyo to Chengdu. Haneda Airport (HND) and Narita International Airport (NRT) are the main airports in Tokyo.
Hop off your plane in Chengdu at Tianfu International Airport (TFU) or Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU).
Take a direct Tokyo to Chengdu flight and you'll be in transit for an average of 5 hours 35 minutes.
Chengdu's timezone is UTC+8, which makes Chengdu one hour behind Tokyo.
To ensure you board your Tokyo to Chengdu flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule to follow.
Travelling over a peak time such as April? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tokyo to Chengdu
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap Tokyo to Chengdu flights if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
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Flying from Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper Tokyo to Chengdu flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Haneda Airport. Take a pause at one of these popular options:
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Central Tokyo to HND is around 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to reach there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Searching for a handy hotel close to Haneda Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Tokyo to Chengdu, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Of all flights leaving Haneda Airport, 73.52% land on schedule at their destination.
HND is located at 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Narita International Airport (NRT)
You can catch a direct flight from Tokyo to Chengdu out of Narita International Airport (NRT). Start your journey at NRT and touch down at Tianfu International Airport (TFU).
You can book a direct Tokyo to Chengdu plane ticket with Sichuan Airlines. This is one of the leading carriers that operates this route out of NRT.
Visit family or friends or just take a moment to recharge with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your Tokyo to Chengdu flight, browse these options when setting off from Narita International Airport:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport (DLC)
Wuhan Tianhe International Airport (WUH)
Depending on traffic, you can drive to NRT from central Tokyo in around 1 hour. The airport is roughly 56 kilometres away.
It's your holiday, so why not spend an extra night away? Consider staying at one of these accommodation options near Narita International Airport the day before your flight from Tokyo to Chengdu:
When it comes to keeping flights on track, Narita International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 70.53%.
NRT is located at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Arriving in Chengdu
Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
Tianfu International Airport (TFU) is approximately 48 kilometres from the centre of Chengdu. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Book a hotel near TFU if you have a late flight from Tokyo to Chengdu. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)
After your flight from Tokyo to Chengdu has hit the runway, you can get to the city centre in around 30 minutes by car. Central Chengdu is roughly 11 kilometres from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU).
After your flight from Tokyo to Chengdu, kick back at a hotel close to CTU. These are some great options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
You can find Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport at Airport Expressway Entrance.
Best time to go to Chengdu
April is the most popular month for flights from Tokyo to Chengdu. To skip the crowds, visit Chengdu in January.
Lock in a Tokyo to Chengdu ticket departing in August if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Chengdu to range from 21ºC (70ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Tokyo to Chengdu in January when temperatures average between 0ºC (32ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF).
More about Chengdu
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Chengdu right here. Check out these options once you've locked in your flight from Tokyo to Chengdu:
Jinli Ancient Street and Wuhou Shrine are just a couple of the top-rated attractions to add to your Chengdu travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Sichuan Opera Troupe.
Explore more of China
Chengdu is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of China waiting to be discovered. Around 193 kilometres east of Chengdu, a trip to Nanchong will keep you on the move. Check out popular attractions like 小西街, 六合丝博园 and Yinxiang Jialingjiang Wetland Park.
Tianshui is another well-known 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.