Travelling from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Beijing Capital International Airport to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport is 3 hours.
Beijing and Chengdu are in the UTC+8 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch after you land.
Every week, there are 243 Beijing Capital International Airport to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport flights. To be on board early, pick the 06:55 Sichuan Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the latest flight is at 22:00 with Sichuan Airlines.
To ensure you get on your PEK to CTU flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying during a peak month like April? Public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
You can travel nonstop to Chengdu, China. Take off with one of these carriers that operate direct flights from Beijing Capital International Airport to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport:
Sichuan Airlines is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
Sichuan Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering PEK to CTU flights. An exceptional 96.84% of its departures on this route land on time.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Beijing Capital International Airport to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between PEK and CTU:
Changsha Huanghua Airport
Wuhan Tianhe International Airport
Yinchuan Hedong International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)
R 2,806 is the best price for a one-way Beijing Capital International Airport to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport flight. Return flights start from R 5,606. These prices can change based on demand.
Book six months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from PEK to CTU.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Beijing Capital International Airport to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport. If you need to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for every month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from PEK to CTU by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Beijing Capital International Airport to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport.
Handy information about Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
You'll find PEK at Capital Airport Rd.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Beijing Capital International Airport, 79.67% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
To get to Beijing Capital International Airport from central Beijing, it takes about 40 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 31 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Have an early flight from Beijing Capital International Airport to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to PEK:
Arriving at Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Beijing Capital International Airport to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near CTU instead:
Getting from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) to central Chengdu
You'll find CTU at Airport Expressway Entrance.
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport to the centre of Chengdu has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 21 kilometres away.
When to fly to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)
The quietest month for a flight from Beijing Capital International Airport to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport is February, while April is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Chengdu based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in your flight from Beijing Capital International Airport to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport for August if you'd like to go to Chengdu during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF). Search for cheap tickets from PEK to CTU around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of China
Chengdu is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of China just waiting to be discovered. Around 193 kilometres east of Chengdu, a trip to Nanchong will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like 小西街, 六合丝博园 and Yinxiang Jialingjiang Wetland Park.
Around 467 kilometres north of Chengdu, Tianshui is another favourite stop in China. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at 伏羲祭祀广场, 成纪儿童公园 and 天水古城.