Cheap flights from Chengdu (CTU)

Sichuan's historic gateway, paired with newer Tianfu (TFU) airport

Chengdu Shuangliu sits about 16 km southwest of central Chengdu and is the older of the city's two international airports, complementing newer Tianfu (TFU). It hubs Sichuan Airlines and Air China's southwest operations, with extensive domestic coverage and international links to Bangkok, Tokyo, Seoul, Frankfurt, and Sydney. Many flights have shifted to TFU since 2021.

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Airlines flying from Chengdu (CTU)

Major carriers: Sichuan Airlines, Air China, China Eastern, China Southern, Hainan Airlines. Low-cost carriers: Spring Airlines, Lucky Air, 9 Air, China United Airlines.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the difference between CTU and TFU?
CTU is Chengdu Shuangliu, the older airport 16 km southwest of downtown. TFU is Tianfu International, the newer airport 50 km southeast that opened in 2021. Many international and long-haul flights have moved to TFU. Flightmussy's multi-airport origin filter lets you search both at once.
Which airlines fly from CTU?
Shuangliu is the home base for Sichuan Airlines and a hub for Air China's southwest network. China Eastern, China Southern, Hainan, and low-cost Spring Airlines, Lucky Air, and 9 Air also operate. Flightmussy lists every carrier on one fare timeline without needing a signup.
How far is Shuangliu from central Chengdu?
CTU is about 16 km southwest of central Chengdu. Metro Line 10 connects directly to the city in roughly 25 minutes, and the airport bus serves several major hotels. Taxis usually take 25 to 40 minutes outside rush hour, longer during evening peak.
When should I book a flight from Chengdu?
Domestic CTU fares typically bottom out 2 to 6 weeks before departure, while international long-haul rewards 8 to 12 weeks of lead time. Flightmussy's free 12-month heatmap shows whether your dates are unusually cheap or expensive at a glance, with the multi-airport filter pooling CTU and TFU.

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