Travelling from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Chengdu: what you need to know
The timezone in Chengdu is UTC+8. The city is two hours 30 minutes behind Adelaide, where Adelaide Airport is located.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to catch your ADL to Chengdu flight.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Whether you're eager to visit a new city along the way or just have a break, we make it a breeze to find plane tickets from ADL to Chengdu with a stopover. To see your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) is a popular stop on this route.
ADL is around 6 kilometres from central Adelaide. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 50 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Adelaide Airport to Chengdu? Avoid rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near ADL:
Of the departures from Adelaide Airport, 75.6% land on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Chengdu
RM1,589 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Adelaide Airport to Chengdu flight. A return plane ticket starts at RM2,868. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from ADL to Chengdu if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when searching for an Adelaide Airport to Chengdu ticket.
You don't need to check back constantly to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you when there's an extra saving on cheap flights from ADL to Chengdu.
Select your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Adelaide Airport to Chengdu by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'
Airports in Chengdu
Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
The distance from Tianfu International Airport (TFU) to central Chengdu is roughly 72 kilometres. It'll take you around 1 hour 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Adelaide Airport to Chengdu. Reserve one of these accommodation options near TFU instead:
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) is about 21 kilometres from central Chengdu. Once you've hopped off your flight from Adelaide Airport to Chengdu, it'll take you around 30 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near CTU. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your ADL to Chengdu flight:
You can find Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport at Airport Expressway Entrance.
Best time to go to Chengdu
Carefully consider your dates before locking in your flight from Adelaide Airport to Chengdu. The city buzzes during high season, but hotel prices are usually higher and major attractions can get busy. Go to Chengdu in the off-season if you want a quieter vibe.
Book an Adelaide Airport to Chengdu plane ticket with a departure in August to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 21ºC (70ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from ADL to Chengdu in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) on average.
More about Chengdu
Start your Chengdu trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Adelaide Airport to Chengdu, check out our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Wuhou Shrine, Jinli Ancient Street and Sichuan Opera Troupe are popular attractions which should be on any well-planned Chengdu itinerary.
Explore more of China
You've visited Chengdu, now it's time to discover other corners of China. Journey about 193 kilometres east to Nanchong to check off its popular sights. From 六合丝博园 to 印象嘉陵江文创小镇 and Yinxiang Jialingjiang Wetland Park, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If there's time to check out another great destination in China, consider Tianshui, roughly 467 kilometres north of Chengdu. 伏羲祭祀广场, 成纪儿童公园 and 天水古城 are key highlights.