Flying from Toronto to Chengdu: what you need to know
When looking for a flight from Toronto to Chengdu, there's a selection of airports you can take off from. Pearson International Airport (YYZ), Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) and Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) are some of Toronto's main terminals.
When planning your arrival in Chengdu, Tianfu International Airport (TFU) and Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) are the primary gateways.
The timezone in Chengdu is UTC+8, which is 12 hours ahead of Toronto.
To ensure you get on your Toronto to Chengdu flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule to follow.
Travelling over a peak time like August? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Toronto to Chengdu
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap Toronto to Chengdu flights if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
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Flying from Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
YYZ is about 19 kilometres from central Toronto. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 50 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your break? Stay near Pearson International Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from Toronto to Chengdu or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
63.97% of flights departing from Pearson International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
You can reach YTZ from central Toronto in about 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride by public transport will take roughly 40 minutes to cover the 3 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your flight from Toronto to Chengdu? Check in to a hotel near Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport before your adventure officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
62% of all departures from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF)
YKF is roughly 80 kilometres from central Toronto. Driving from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour 15 minutes. If you're planning to take public transport, expect a journey of around 4 hours 5 minutes.
Make taking an early Toronto to Chengdu flight the easiest part of your trip. Book a room at one of these hotels near Region of Waterloo International Airport and get to your boarding gate feeling relaxed and unhurried:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that measures how often flights land as expected. At YKF, that figure is 63.64%.
Arriving in Chengdu
Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
Tianfu International Airport (TFU) to central Chengdu takes around 1 hour 15 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 56 kilometres away.
If you have a late flight from Toronto to Chengdu, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near TFU:
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)
After your flight from Toronto to Chengdu has touched down, you can reach the city centre in about 30 minutes by car. Central Chengdu is approximately 11 kilometres from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU).
After your flight from Toronto to Chengdu, rest your head at a hotel near CTU. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you slip 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 Toronto to Chengdu. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Chengdu in January.
The warmest month in Chengdu is August, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your Toronto to Chengdu ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF). Search for cheap flights from Toronto to Chengdu around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Chengdu
Start your Chengdu trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Toronto to Chengdu, check out our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Jinli Ancient Street, Wuhou Shrine and Sichuan Opera Troupe are popular attractions which should be on every Chengdu itinerary.
Explore more of China
You've done Chengdu, now it's time to explore other parts of China. Journey around 193 kilometres east to Nanchong to tick off its top sights. From 小西街 to 六合丝博园 and Yinxiang Jialingjiang Wetland Park, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 467 kilometres north of Chengdu, Tianshui is another essential stop in China. Experience major highlights starting with 伏羲祭祀广场, 成纪儿童公园 and 天水古城.
