Travelling from Chengdu to New York: what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can take off from in Chengdu. Explore your options departing from Tianfu International Airport (TFU) or Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) when booking your flight from Chengdu to New York.
New York has a number of airports you can fly into. Hop off the plane at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) or LaGuardia Airport (LGA).
The timezone in New York is UTC-4, which is 12 hours behind Chengdu.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to catch your Chengdu to New York flight.
Travelling over a peak time such as July? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chengdu to New York
To pick up cheap Chengdu to New York flights, book ahead. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first released.
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Flying from Chengdu
Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
To reach TFU from central Chengdu, it takes about 1 hour 15 minutes if you're travelling by car. It's roughly 48 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to Tianfu International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Chengdu to New York, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Tianfu International Airport gets high marks for its on-time performance. 86.59% of flights that take off from TFU arrive at their destination as scheduled.
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)
Break up your Chengdu to New York flight with a stop so you can stretch your legs or cross another place off your list. Some great stopovers between Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport and New York are:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Driving from central Chengdu to CTU typically takes 30 minutes, depending on traffic conditions. It's around 16 kilometres from the city centre to the airport.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from Chengdu to New York, take it easy in one of these hotels near Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport:
Most flights that leave Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport land at their destination as expected. It maintains a high on-time performance rate of 90%.
You'll find CTU at Airport Expressway Entrance.
Arriving in New York
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to central New York takes around 50 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 19 kilometres away.
It typically takes 1 hour 20 minutes to get there on public transport.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Chengdu to New York. Reserve one of these accommodation options near JFK instead:
Follow your own route with a John F. Kennedy International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Budget, Dollar or Sixt and venture far and wide through New York and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from John F. Kennedy International Airport about two weeks before your travel date.
The street address for JFK is JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Once your flight from Chengdu to New York has touched down, you can get to the city centre in about 30 minutes by car. Central New York is roughly 14 kilometres from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR).
If you travel by public transport, the journey will take you 1 hour 10 minutes or so.
There are some comfortable places to call home for the night near EWR. Unwind after your Chengdu to New York flight at any of these well-located options:
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or cab lines. Grab a Newark Liberty International Airport rental car and take your trip in whatever direction you choose. Compare availability and rates from Dollar, Budget and Thrifty.
Don't pay more than you need to. Reserving your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at EWR can get you a lower rate.
You can find Newark Liberty International Airport at Building 1, Conrad Road.
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
Step off your flight from Chengdu to New York and go straight to your hotel or start exploring right away. Central New York is around 13 kilometres from LaGuardia Airport (LGA) and takes roughly 25 minutes to drive there.
If you travel by public transport, the journey time is about 1 hour.
If you don't want to make the journey into the centre, head for a hotel close to LGA. Get settled at one of these options after your Chengdu to New York flight:
Whether you'd like a zippy compact for a solo adventure or an SUV to fit the family, you'll find the right LaGuardia Airport rental car for you. Check out wheels available here from providers such as Dollar, Ace Rent a Car and Thrifty.
About two weeks before your flight from Chengdu to New York is the ideal time to secure your ride from LGA. You're more likely to land a better deal or get access to early bird discounts.
LaGuardia Airport is located at Hangar 7 Centre.
Best time to go to New York
July is the busiest month for flights from Chengdu to New York. To skip the crowds, go to New York in May.
Book a Chengdu to New York ticket departing in July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in New York to range from 18ºC (64ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Chengdu to New York in January when temperatures average between -6ºC (21ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF).
More about New York
Start your New York trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Chengdu to New York, check out our selection of hotels including:
Statue of Liberty and Central Park are just a couple of the big attractions to put on your New York to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Empire State Building.
Explore more of United States
New York has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of United States you'll want to see. Around 129 kilometres south-west of New York, a trip to Philadelphia will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
If there's time to check out another great destination in United States, consider Boston, roughly 306 kilometres north-east of New York. Freedom Trail, Museum of Fine Arts Boston and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum are the start of reasons to visit.