Flying from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Chengdu: what you need to know
The timezone in Chengdu is UTC+8. The city is two hours 30 minutes ahead of Chennai, where Chennai Airport is located.
Leave enough time to catch your MAA to Chengdu flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, it's wise to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from MAA to Chengdu with a stopover. To see all the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
The journey from central Chennai to MAA takes around 50 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 16 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Have an early flight from Chennai Airport to Chengdu? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to MAA:
76.04% of flights leaving from Chennai Airport make it to their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Chengdu
RM966 is currently the best price for a one-way Chennai Airport to Chengdu flight. Return flight tickets start at RM1,952. These prices may change depending on demand.
To find cheap flights from MAA to Chengdu, book ahead. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Chennai Airport to Chengdu throughout the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
Save time searching for cheap flights from MAA to Chengdu by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
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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 reach the centre driving.
Think about booking a hotel close to TFU if you're coming in on a late flight from Chennai Airport to Chengdu. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) is around 21 kilometres from central Chengdu. Once you've disembarked your flight from Chennai Airport to Chengdu, it'll take you around 30 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Following your MAA to Chengdu flight, kick back at a hotel near CTU. These are some great options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
The address for Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport is Airport Expressway Entrance.
Best time to go to Chengdu
Carefully consider your travel dates before locking in your flight from Chennai Airport to Chengdu. The city comes alive in high season, but hotel prices are typically higher and major attractions can get crowded. Plan your trip to Chengdu in the off-season if you like a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Chengdu is August, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your Chennai Airport to Chengdu flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MAA to Chengdu in January when temperatures average between 0ºC (32ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF).
More about Chengdu
Once you've booked your flight from Chennai Airport to Chengdu, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Chengdu:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Wuhou Shrine, Jinli Ancient Street and Sichuan Opera Troupe are must-do's during your Chengdu adventure.
Explore more of China
Chengdu has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of China waiting to be discovered. Around 193 kilometres east of Chengdu, a visit to Nanchong will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like 六合丝博园, 印象嘉陵江文创小镇 and Yinxiang Jialingjiang Wetland Park.
Tianshui is another well-known destination in China and is around 467 kilometres north of Chengdu. No journey is complete without visiting 伏羲祭祀广场, 成纪儿童公园 and 天水古城.