Flying from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Chengdu: what you need to know
Chengdu is seven hours ahead of Amsterdam, where Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is located. Chengdu runs on the UTC+8 timezone.
To avoid missing your AMS to Chengdu flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
If you're flying during a major holiday or another peak period, allow for even more time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
We make it a breeze to book flight tickets from AMS to Chengdu with a stopover. To see all your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
AMS is around 13 kilometres from central Amsterdam. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Looking for a hotel near AMS? If you've booked an early flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Chengdu, these stays set you up for a seamless send-off:
Of the departures from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, 67.93% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Chengdu
The best price we've found for a one-way Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Chengdu flight is R 7,046. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 11,204. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from AMS to Chengdu, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when tickets are first released.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, make the most of the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when looking for your Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Chengdu ticket.
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Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Chengdu by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'
Airports in Chengdu
Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
Tianfu International Airport (TFU) is around 72 kilometres from the centre of Chengdu. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes about 1 hour 15 minutes.
Look into staying at a hotel close to TFU if you're coming in on a late flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Chengdu. Pick one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about rest:
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)
Central Chengdu is about 21 kilometres from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU). After your flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Chengdu has hit the runway and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 30 minutes.
You'll find some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near CTU. Unwind and get cosy after your AMS to Chengdu flight at any of these well-located options:
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport is located at Airport Expressway Entrance.
Best time to go to Chengdu
Before scheduling your flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Chengdu, consider which time of year is best for you. Peak season in Chengdu offers a lively atmosphere and plenty to do, while low season brings cheaper deals on hotels and fewer crowds.
Lock in an Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Chengdu flight ticket with a departure in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 21ºC (70ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from AMS to Chengdu in January when temperatures average between 0ºC (32ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF).
More about Chengdu
After booking your flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Chengdu, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Chengdu:
Wuhou Shrine and Jinli Ancient Street are just the start of the top attractions to add to your Chengdu must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Sichuan Opera Troupe.
Explore more of China
You've done Chengdu, now it's time to explore more of China. Travel about 193 kilometres east to Nanchong to check off its top attractions. From 六合丝博园 to 印象嘉陵江文创小镇 and Yinxiang Jialingjiang Wetland Park, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 467 kilometres north of Chengdu, Tianshui is another favourite stop in China. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at 伏羲祭祀广场, 成纪儿童公园 and 天水古城.
