Flying from Dallas to Chengdu: what you need to know
Planning your getaway begins with working out where you'll fly out of in Dallas. Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) is the city's main base, so explore your options for booking a flight from Dallas to Chengdu departing from here.
Step off your plane in Chengdu at Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU) or Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU).
Chengdu is 14 hours ahead of Dallas and observes the UTC+8 timezone.
For a relaxed travel experience, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your Dallas to Chengdu flight.
Flying during a popular 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.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dallas to Chengdu
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap Dallas to Chengdu flight. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the nearer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest plane tickets from Dallas to Chengdu across each month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
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Find an affordable Dallas to Chengdu flight with the help of our filters. Choose your preferred times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Flying from Dallas
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper Dallas to Chengdu flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
The journey from central Dallas to DFW takes about 1 hour on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a convenient hotel near Dallas Fort Worth International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Dallas to Chengdu, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
72% of flights that take off from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
DFW's address is 2400 Aviation Dr.
Arriving in Chengdu
Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU) is approximately 48 kilometres from the centre of Chengdu. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive will take around 50 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour.
Reserve a hotel near TFU if you have a late flight from Dallas to Chengdu. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)
After your flight from Dallas to Chengdu has hit the tarmac, you can get to the city centre in about 35 minutes by car. Central Chengdu is approximately 11 kilometres from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU).
If you travel by public transport, you'll reach the centre in 45 minutes or so.
After your flight from Dallas to Chengdu, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to CTU. These are some comfortable options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
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 Dallas to Chengdu. To escape the crowds, head to Chengdu in March.
When booking your Dallas to Chengdu tickets, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Chengdu, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC to 33ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Dallas to Chengdu in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC and 13ºC on average.
More about Chengdu
Start your Chengdu trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Dallas to Chengdu, explore our selection of hotels including:
Sichuan Tower of China and Jinli Street are a couple of popular attractions to add to your Chengdu must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Sichuan Museum.
Explore more of China
You've done Chengdu, now it's time to explore other corners of China. Travel about 193 kilometres east to Nanchong to check off its leading attractions. From Lingyun Mountain Scenic Area to Nanchong Xishan Scenic Area - Wanjuanlou Scenic Area and Sichuan Nanchong Xishan Scenic Area Qileshan Scenic Area, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 467 kilometres north of Chengdu, Tianshui is another essential stop in China. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Qimulin Mountain, Yuquanguan Scenic Area and Tianshui Shenjin Mountain Provincial Forest Park.