Travelling from Osaka to Chengdu: what you need to know
Start your travel planning by considering where you'll board your flight from Osaka to Chengdu. Kansai International (Osaka) Airport (KIX) and Kobe Airport (UKB) are Osaka's main airports.
Touch down in Chengdu at Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU) or Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU).
The average duration of a direct Osaka to Chengdu flight is 5 hours 25 minutes.
The timezone in Chengdu is UTC+8, which is one hour behind Osaka.
The busiest route for flights from Osaka to Chengdu is from Kansai International (Osaka) Airport (KIX) to Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU). You can select from five services every week between these two airports. If you want to maximise your time on arrival, the earliest flight from KIX to TFU is the 16:00 Sichuan Airlines option. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the last available departure is at 19:00 with China Eastern Airlines.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your Osaka to Chengdu flight.
During popular months like November, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Osaka to Chengdu
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap Osaka to Chengdu flight. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the nearer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
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Flying from Osaka
Kansai International (Osaka) Airport (KIX)
Set out from Kansai International (Osaka) Airport (KIX) on a nonstop flight from Osaka to Chengdu. From KIX, you can travel directly to Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU).
Sichuan Airlines is a popular airline that offers direct Osaka to Chengdu plane tickets leaving from KIX.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper Osaka to Chengdu flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Kansai International (Osaka) Airport. Take a break from travelling at one of these airports:
Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG)
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Hangzhou Airport (HGH)
Travelling from central Osaka to KIX takes about 45 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 40 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Need a convenient hotel near Kansai International (Osaka) Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Osaka to Chengdu, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
73% of flights that take off from Kansai International (Osaka) Airport touch down at their destination on time.
You'll find KIX at 1 Senshukukokita, Izumisano.
Kobe Airport (UKB)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Osaka to UKB in around 50 minutes. The terminal is roughly 26 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 40 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from Osaka to Chengdu, unwind in one of these hotels close to Kobe Airport:
Kobe Airport has earned its reputation for punctuality. 81% of flights departing here make it to their final destination as planned.
The address for UKB is 1 Kobekuko, Chuo Ward.
Arriving in Chengdu
Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU) to central Chengdu takes about 50 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 48 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Osaka to Chengdu, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near TFU:
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)
The centre of Chengdu is located around 11 kilometres from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU). As soon as your flight from Osaka to Chengdu has touched down and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of around 35 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take approximately 45 minutes.
There are some comfortable places ready to welcome you near CTU. Tuck yourself in after your Osaka to Chengdu flight at any of these perfectly located options:
The address for Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport is Airport Expressway Entrance.
Best time to go to Chengdu
December is the most popular month for flights from Osaka to Chengdu. To skip the crowds, visit Chengdu in March.
When booking your Osaka to Chengdu tickets, consider the kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Chengdu, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Osaka to Chengdu in January when temperatures average between 0ºC (32ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF).
More about Chengdu
After booking your flight from Osaka to Chengdu, decide where you'll be dropping your bags. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Chengdu:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Sichuan Tower of China, Jinli Street and Sichuan Museum are popular attractions which should feature on every Chengdu itinerary.
Explore more of China
You've visited Chengdu, now it's time to explore other corners of China. Travel about 193 kilometres east to Nanchong to tick off its popular sights. From Lingyun Mountain Scenic Area to Nanchong Xishan Scenic Area - Wanjuanlou Scenic Area and Sichuan Nanchong Xishan Scenic Area Qileshan Scenic Area, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're eager to discover another corner of China, consider Tianshui, about 467 kilometres north of Chengdu. Qimulin Mountain, Yuquanguan Scenic Area and Tianshui Shenjin Mountain Provincial Forest Park are among its highlights.