Travelling from Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG) to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport is 3 hours 20 minutes.
Chengdu's timezone is UTC+8, which is the same as Shanghai.
Every week, there are 95 Shanghai Pudong Airport to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport flights. If you'd like to take off as soon as possible, go for the 07:30 Air China flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the last departure is at 22:00 with Chengdu Airlines.
Your PVG to CTU flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Flying during a peak time like April? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
You'll find a variety of airlines operating direct flights from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport. When you're ready to kick off your Chengdu holiday, let one of these carriers fly you to this must-see part of China:
Air China tops the list for bookings on this route.
With an impressive 85.21% of services arriving as scheduled, China Eastern is the most punctual carrier offering PVG to CTU flights.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Popular stopovers between PVG and CTU include:
Wuhan Tianhe International Airport
Changsha Airport
Fuyang Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG) to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Shanghai Pudong Airport to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport flight is R 1,589. A return ticket right now is R 3,079. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Score cheap tickets from PVG to CTU by booking one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Find the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG)
PVG is located at No.300 Qihang Road.
82% of flights departing from Shanghai Pudong Airport arrive at their destination as planned. With its reliable on-time performance, you're unlikely to experience delays when taking off from PVG.
Central Shanghai to Shanghai Pudong Airport is approximately 48 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 1 hour 5 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 50 minutes.
Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near PVG. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)
If you're coming in on a late Shanghai Pudong Airport to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these hotels near CTU:
Getting from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) to central Chengdu
You'll find CTU at Airport Expressway Entrance.
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport is roughly 16 kilometres from the centre of Chengdu. The drive time takes around 35 minutes.
It typically takes 45 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport. November is the busiest month to visit Chengdu. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in March.
When reserving your flight from Shanghai Pudong Airport to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Chengdu, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from PVG to CTU in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) on average.
Explore more of China
Chengdu has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of China waiting to be explored. About 193 kilometres east of Chengdu, a trip to Nanchong will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Lingyun Mountain Scenic Area, Xishan Scenic Area and Sichuan Nanchong Xishan Scenic Area Qileshan Scenic Area.
Tianshui is another favourite destination in China and is around 467 kilometres north of Chengdu. No trip is complete without seeing Qimulin Mountain, Yuquan Temple and Tianshui Shenjin Mountain Provincial Forest Park.






















