Flying from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 35 minutes.
Shenzhen and Chengdu share the same timezone, UTC+8.
Flights from SZX to CTU start from 06:35 — the earliest with Shenzhen Airlines. The latest departure is at 21:30 with Air China. In total, there are 197 weekly Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport flights.
Leave enough time to make your SZX to CTU flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Traveling during a peak month like July? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
There are plenty of direct flights from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport, so getting to Chengdu (and then seeing more of China!) is a breeze. Top airlines that fly nonstop include:
Sichuan Airlines is the airline most travelers choose for this route.
With a dependable 94.26% of services arriving on schedule, Chengdu Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating SZX to CTU flights.
How to find the cheapest flights from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)
Right now, $100 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $164. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Get cheap tickets from SZX to CTU by booking five months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
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Handy information about Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)
The address for SZX is Airport 9th Rd.
79.49% of flights leaving from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
To reach Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport from central Shenzhen, it takes about 40 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 40 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
Searching for a convenient hotel near SZX? If you're catching an early flight from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)
Reserve a hotel near CTU if you're taking a late Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Getting from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) to central Chengdu
You'll find CTU at Airport Expressway Entrance.
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport to the center of Chengdu has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 21 kilometers away.
When to fly to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)
April is the busiest month for flights from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Chengdu in February.
Before locking in your flight from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Chengdu, with the temperature ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF). Search for cheap tickets from SZX to CTU sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of China
You've seen Chengdu, now it's time to explore more of China. Journey about 193 kilometers east to Nanchong to check off its popular sights. From 小西街 to 六合丝博园 and Yinxiang Jialingjiang Wetland Park, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you're interested in discovering another major destination in China, head for Tianshui, about 467 kilometers north of Chengdu. 伏羲祭祀广场, 成纪儿童公园 and 天水古城 are among the biggest draws.