Travelling from Chengdu to Auckland Airport (AKL): what you need to know
Chengdu is home to a couple of airports that could be the jumping-off point for your adventure. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Chengdu to Auckland Airport (AKL) flying out of Tianfu International Airport (TFU) or Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU).
Auckland Airport is located in Auckland. The city operates in the UTC+13 timezone and is 5 hours ahead of Chengdu.
To ensure you catch your flight from Chengdu to AKL, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You can expect longer queues during popular months such as July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
Airports in Chengdu
Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
Central Chengdu to TFU is around 72 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 1 hour and 15 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to Tianfu International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Chengdu to Auckland Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)
Want more options for a direct flight from Chengdu to Auckland Airport (AKL)? Check out the fares departing from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU).
Board your direct flight from Chengdu to AKL with Sichuan Airlines. This is one of the leading carriers that operates this route out of CTU.
Split up your flight from Chengdu to Auckland Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or tick a new place off your list. Some top stopovers between Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport and AKL are:
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Driving from central Chengdu to CTU typically takes 31 minutes, depending on traffic conditions. It's approximately 21 kilometres from the city centre to the airport.
Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Chengdu to AKL, unwind in one of these hotels close to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport:
About Auckland Airport (AKL)
Book a hotel near AKL if you're catching a late flight from Chengdu to Auckland Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Auckland Airport (AKL) to central Auckland
From Auckland Airport, Auckland is approximately 27 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour and 24 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chengdu to Auckland Airport (AKL)
Book a one-way ticket from Chengdu to Auckland Airport from RM1,287 or travel return from just RM2,218. Fares listed are subject to change and may differ when you make your booking.
We recommend booking as soon as you can to secure cheap tickets from Chengdu to AKL. You're more likely to score a great deal and enjoy a wider choice of departure times and travel dates.
Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare the prices of tickets from Chengdu to Auckland Airport across the entire month. The lowest fares are marked in green, so you can quickly pick a flight within your budget.
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The best time to fly from Chengdu to Auckland Airport (AKL)
July is the busiest month to catch a flight from Chengdu to Auckland Airport while April is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Auckland, consider whether you like a lively atmosphere or a quieter vibe.
Think about the kind of weather that'll suit your plans for Auckland. The warmest month is February. Book your flights from Chengdu to AKL sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 15ºC and 24ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Chengdu to Auckland Airport in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC and 14ºC on average.
More about Auckland
After locking in your flight from Chengdu to Auckland Airport, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Auckland:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Sky Tower, Auckland Museum Atrium and Auckland War Memorial Museum are leading attractions which should be on any good Auckland itinerary.
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