Travelling from Vancouver to Tianfu International Airport (TFU): What you need to know
Organising your flight from Vancouver to Tianfu International Airport (TFU) begins with finding the right airport to make your exit from. Vancouver International Airport (YVR), Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH) and Abbotsford Airport (YXX) are the main departure points in Vancouver.
The average time for a direct Vancouver to Tianfu International Airport flight is 14 hours 10 minutes.
The timezone in Chengdu is UTC+8, which is 15 hours ahead of Vancouver. Tianfu International Airport is located in Chengdu.
Choose from 2 direct services each week between Vancouver International Airport (YVR) and Tianfu International Airport (TFU). This is the busiest route, with Sichuan Airlines offering a 12:10am departure from YVR to TFU.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Vancouver to TFU. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Travelling during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) provides a hassle-free way to reach your destination. Nonstop flights from Vancouver to Tianfu International Airport (TFU) leave from this terminal.
Sichuan Airlines is a popular carrier that operates direct flights from Vancouver to Tianfu International Airport leaving from YVR.
Sichuan Airlines is the airline most travellers choose for flights from YVR to TFU.
Sichuan Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating on this route, with 70.59% of its services reaching their destination on time.
Travelling from central Vancouver to YVR takes about 35 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near Vancouver International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Vancouver to Tianfu International Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels offer the perfect solution:
Of all flights departing from Vancouver International Airport, 71.77% touch down on time at their destination.
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
CXH is about 2 kilometres from central Vancouver. It'll take you 5 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 15 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Vancouver to TFU flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport:
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
From the centre of Vancouver, YXX is around 64 kilometres away. It takes roughly 1 hour to get to the airport by car and 1 hour 30 minutes or so if you use public transport.
Make catching an early Vancouver to Tianfu International Airport flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Book a room at one of these hotels close to Abbotsford Airport and get to your gate with plenty of time to spare:
The on-time performance rate of YXX is 67.97%. In other words, that's how often flights departing this airport arrive at their final stop as planned.
About Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
Have a late flight from Vancouver to Tianfu International Airport? Don't let your travel day stretch into tomorrow. Stay at one of these hotels near TFU and hit the pillow fast:
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
At the moment, R 6,311 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Vancouver to Tianfu International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 9,926. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To snap up cheap flights from Vancouver to TFU, book your plane ticket eight months before your departure date.
The best month for finding cheap Vancouver to Tianfu International Airport tickets is January. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates offering the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Vancouver to Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
Think about the kind of experience you want when picking your flight dates. February is the quietest month to visit Chengdu. July is when most people book flights from Vancouver to Tianfu International Airport (TFU), which may be ideal if you're after more action.
Lock in a Vancouver to TFU plane ticket departing in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Chengdu to range from 21ºC (70ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Vancouver to Tianfu International Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF).
More about Chengdu
Start your Chengdu trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Vancouver to Tianfu International Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. 熊猫滚滚, 熊猫园 and Tianfu Panda Tower are attractions you won't want to skip in Chengdu.
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. About 161 kilometres east of Chengdu, a visit to Nanchong will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like Lingyun Mountain Scenic Area, Xishan Scenic Area and Sichuan Nanchong Xishan Scenic Area Qileshan Scenic Area.
Around 105 kilometres south of Chengdu, Zigong is another essential stop in China. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Zigong Dinosaur Museum, Chinese Lantern Museum and 恐龙世界.