Flying from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Chengdu: what you need to know
Chengdu is two hours behind Gold Coast, where Gold Coast Airport is located. Chengdu follows the UTC+8 timezone.
Allow plenty of time to make your OOL to Chengdu flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're jetting off during high season, so allow some extra breathing space. A good rule of thumb for peak times? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Travelling from central Gold Coast to OOL takes around 1 hour 40 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a stress-free start to your trip? Stay near OOL. Whether you're catching an early flight from Gold Coast Airport to Chengdu or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
74.82% of flights leaving from Gold Coast Airport make it to their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Chengdu
R 12,480 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Gold Coast Airport to Chengdu flight. A round-trip flight ticket right now is R 32,401. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from OOL to Chengdu. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Gold Coast Airport to Chengdu throughout the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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Airports in Chengdu
Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
The distance from Tianfu International Airport (TFU) to central Chengdu is roughly 72 kilometres. It takes around 1 hour 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Book a hotel close to TFU if you have a late flight from Gold Coast Airport to Chengdu. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) is around 21 kilometres from central Chengdu. After your flight from Gold Coast Airport to Chengdu, it'll take you around 30 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel near CTU. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your OOL to Chengdu flight:
You can find Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport at Airport Expressway Entrance.
Best time to go to Chengdu
Carefully consider your trip dates before booking your flight from Gold Coast Airport to Chengdu. The city comes alive during peak season, but hotel prices are typically higher and attractions can get crowded. Plan your trip to Chengdu in the low season if you like a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Chengdu is August, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your Gold Coast Airport to Chengdu flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from OOL to Chengdu in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) on average.
More about Chengdu
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Chengdu right here. Explore these options after you've booked your flight from Gold Coast Airport to Chengdu:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Wuhou Shrine, Jinli Ancient Street and Sichuan Opera Troupe are top attractions which should be on any well-planned Chengdu itinerary.
Explore more of China
Nanchong is just one of the many cities in China waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Chengdu. Around 193 kilometres away to the east, popular attractions include 六合丝博园, 印象嘉陵江文创小镇 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 a visit to 伏羲祭祀广场, 成纪儿童公园 and 天水古城.
