Travelling from Seoul to Tianfu International Airport (TFU): What you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can fly out of in Seoul. Check out your options departing from Incheon International Airport (ICN) or Gimpo International Airport (GMP) when reserving your flight from Seoul to Tianfu International Airport (TFU).
4 hours is the average travel time for a direct Seoul to Tianfu International Airport flight.
The timezone in Chengdu is UTC+8, which is one hour behind Seoul. Tianfu International Airport is located in Chengdu.
Incheon International Airport (ICN) to Tianfu International Airport (TFU) is the most popular route. There are 16 direct weekly departures to pick from. If you prefer to head out later, take the last flight with Asiana Airlines at 8pm. Go for the first ICN to TFU departure with Sichuan Airlines at 2:30pm if you'd rather not wait around.
Leave enough time to make your flight from Seoul to TFU. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're travelling during a major holiday or other peak period, allow extra time. Get there two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
Airports in Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Incheon International Airport (ICN) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from Seoul to Tianfu International Airport (TFU) operate out of this terminal.
At ICN, there's a range of airlines that operate direct flights from Seoul to Tianfu International Airport, including:
The majority of travellers prefer to fly with Asiana Airlines from ICN to TFU.
Among carriers on this route, Air China leads the way for on-time arrivals.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and perhaps even visit a new city. When searching for cheap flights from Seoul to TFU leaving from Incheon International Airport (ICN), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find all potential stops. Your journey might pause in:
Qingdao Liuting International Airport (TAO)
Dalian Zhoushuizi International Airport (DLC)
Jinan Yaoqiang International Airport (TNA)
From central Seoul, ICN is around 48 kilometres away. Visit the official airport website or use navigation apps to find the best way to reach the terminal.
Want a hassle-free start to your trip? Stay near Incheon International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Seoul to Tianfu International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the ideal choice:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Incheon International Airport, data shows 54.5% of flights complete their journey on time.
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
Knock a new city off your list or just take a moment to recharge with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Seoul to Tianfu International Airport, check out these options when departing from Gimpo International Airport:
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
The distance from Seoul's city centre to GMP is around 16 kilometres. Consider transport options and possible delays when working out the fastest way to get to the airport.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Gimpo International Airport the day before your Seoul to TFU flight:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Gimpo International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 75.94%.
About Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Seoul to Tianfu International Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near TFU instead:
How to find the cheapest flights from Seoul to Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
At the moment, R 1,973 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Seoul to Tianfu International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 2,699. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Seoul to TFU if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest Seoul to Tianfu International Airport tickets across every month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know when a better deal comes up on plane tickets from Seoul to TFU.
Filters make it easier to track down a bargain for your flight from Seoul to Tianfu International Airport. Choose the airlines, flight times and stops that work for you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the most affordable option fast.
The best time to fly from Seoul to Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
Think about the pace you're looking for when deciding the best time to fly. February is the quietest month to visit Chengdu. July is when most people book flights from Seoul to Tianfu International Airport (TFU), which may be perfect if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
Lock in a Seoul to TFU plane ticket departing in August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Chengdu to range from 21ºC (70ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Seoul to Tianfu International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF).
More about Chengdu
Once you've booked your flight from Seoul to Tianfu International Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Chengdu:
熊猫滚滚 and 熊猫园 are just a couple of the big attractions to add to your Chengdu travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Tianfu Panda Tower.
Explore more of China
Nanchong is just one of the many cities in China waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Chengdu. Around 161 kilometres away to the east, popular attractions include Lingyun Mountain Scenic Area, Xishan Scenic Area and Sichuan Nanchong Xishan Scenic Area Qileshan Scenic Area.
If you're looking to explore another well-known destination in China, consider Zigong, about 105 kilometres south of Chengdu. Zigong Dinosaur Museum, Chinese Lantern Museum and 恐龙世界 are key reasons to visit.