Travelling from Chengdu to Brisbane Airport (BNE): What you need to know
Set your travel plans in motion by working out where you'll board your flight from Chengdu to Brisbane Airport (BNE). Tianfu International Airport (TFU) and Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) are Chengdu's main airports.
Brisbane is two hours ahead of Chengdu. Brisbane Airport is located in Brisbane, which runs on the UTC+10 timezone.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from Chengdu to BNE.
Planning to travel during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Chengdu
Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
TFU is around 72 kilometres from central Chengdu. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 1 hour 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Want a leisurely start to your travels? Stay near Tianfu International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Chengdu to Brisbane Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels offer the perfect solution:
Tianfu International Airport has a strong on-time record, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from TFU touch down on schedule 86.59% of the time.
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)
Schedule a stopover during your journey at Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN). It's a key transfer point for flights from Chengdu to Brisbane Airport (BNE) out of Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport.
CTU is approximately 21 kilometres from central Chengdu. It'll take 30 minutes or so to get to the airport when driving from the city centre.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your Chengdu to BNE flight? Relax in a hotel near Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport before your holiday officially begins. These stays are expecting you:
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport has a solid reputation for punctual service. 89.89% of flights taking off from here keep to their planned arrival schedule.
CTU is located at Airport Expressway Entrance.
About Brisbane Airport (BNE)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Chengdu to Brisbane Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near BNE instead:
Grab a Brisbane Airport rental car and explore Brisbane and beyond with your own set of wheels. Simba car hire, Bargain Car Rentals and Alpha Car Hire are well-known companies to choose from here.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Chengdu to Brisbane Airport flight.
Getting from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to central Brisbane
The centre of Brisbane is around 10 kilometres from Brisbane Airport. Travel times by cab or car hire will vary based on time of day and traffic conditions, so do a little research before your trip.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chengdu to Brisbane Airport (BNE)
At the moment, R 4,718 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chengdu to Brisbane Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 10,636. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from Chengdu to BNE, book ahead. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price in each month when searching for your Chengdu to Brisbane Airport ticket.
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Find an affordable flight from Chengdu to Brisbane Airport by using the search filters. Select your ideal duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Chengdu to Brisbane Airport (BNE)
April is the quietest month for flights from Chengdu to Brisbane Airport (BNE), while July is the busiest. Find the ideal time to visit Brisbane based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Brisbane is January, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your Chengdu to BNE plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
July has temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Chengdu to Brisbane Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Brisbane
After booking your flight from Chengdu to Brisbane Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Brisbane:
Your Brisbane trip should come with a bit of sightseeing. Top attractions you won't want to miss include Queensland Museum of Modern Art, Kangaroo Point Cliffs Park 4P and Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary.
Explore more of Australia
Brisbane is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Australia just waiting to be explored. About 113 kilometres west of Brisbane, a visit to Toowoomba will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like Toowoomba Carnival Of Flowers, Japanese Garden and Highfields Falls.
Bundaberg is another standout destination in Australia and is around 290 kilometres north of Brisbane. No journey is complete without dropping by Mon Repos Turtle Express, Mon Repos Turtle Centre and Turtle Encounters.
