Travelling from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Chengdu: what you need to know
Adelaide Airport is located in Adelaide. Operating on the UTC+8 timezone, Chengdu is 2 hours 30 minutes behind Adelaide.
Give yourself enough time to get on your flight from ADL to Chengdu. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a popular month such as July? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to explore a new city or just have a break during your travels. When looking for a flight from ADL to Chengdu, deselect 'Direct flights only' to browse all potential stops. Changi International Airport (SIN) is one option.
To travel to China for tourism purposes, you'll need a visa if you hold a passport from Australia. However, visa rules can change and you may need additional documents depending on the duration and purpose of your stay. Always check the latest guidelines before booking your cheap ticket from Adelaide Airport to Chengdu.
ADL is around 8 kilometres from central Adelaide. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 17 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be approximately 49 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near ADL? If you've booked an early flight from Adelaide Airport to Chengdu, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
How to find the cheapest flights from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Chengdu
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Adelaide Airport to Chengdu is $404. The cheapest price for a return flight is $823. Bear in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap tickets from ADL to Chengdu, book ahead. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest tickets from Adelaide Airport to Chengdu throughout the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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Airports in Chengdu
Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
Tianfu International Airport (TFU) is around 72 kilometres from central Chengdu. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is about 1 hour and 15 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Adelaide Airport to Chengdu. Stay at one of these accommodation options near TFU instead:
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)
Once your flight from Adelaide Airport to Chengdu has hit the tarmac, you can make your way to the city centre in around 31 minutes by car. Central Chengdu is roughly 21 kilometres from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU).
You'll find some great places where you can rest ahead of your adventure near CTU. Kick back and get cosy after your flight from ADL to Chengdu at one of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Chengdu
July is the busiest month for flights from Adelaide Airport to Chengdu. To escape the crowds, head to Chengdu in February when it's quieter.
The warmest month in Chengdu is August, with the temperature ranging between 21ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your flights from Adelaide Airport to Chengdu in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you want cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from ADL to Chengdu in January when temperatures average between 0ºC and 13ºC.
More about Chengdu
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Chengdu right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Adelaide Airport to Chengdu:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Jinli Ancient Street, Wuhou Shrine and Sichuan Opera Troupe are major attractions which should be on any well-planned Chengdu itinerary.
Complete your Chengdu trip with a car rental
Pick one of our car rentals in Chengdu and explore the city in your own time. Easily compare rates in one place to find the perfect set of wheels once you've booked your hotel and cheap flights from Adelaide Airport to Chengdu.