Travelling from Darwin International Airport (DRW) to Chengdu: what you need to know
Darwin International Airport is located in Darwin. Based in the UTC+8 timezone, Chengdu is one hour 30 minutes behind Darwin.
To avoid missing your DRW to Chengdu flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Longer lines at security and check-in are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so give yourself even more breathing space. A good rule of thumb for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
DRW is around 3 kilometres from central Darwin. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
In search of a hotel near DRW? If you're boarding an early flight from Darwin International Airport to Chengdu, these stays put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
Of the flights that depart from Darwin International Airport, 73.13% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Darwin International Airport (DRW) to Chengdu
The best price we've found for a one-way Darwin International Airport to Chengdu flight is $1,009. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,291. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from DRW to Chengdu. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
Scoring cheap tickets from Darwin International Airport to Chengdu is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to access the best prices throughout the month and snap up an awesome deal.
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Airports in Chengdu
Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
Tianfu International Airport (TFU) to central Chengdu takes around 1 hour 15 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 72 kilometres away.
Consider booking a hotel near TFU if you're coming in on a late flight from Darwin International Airport to Chengdu. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) is around 21 kilometres from central Chengdu. Once you've hopped off your flight from Darwin International Airport to Chengdu, it'll take you around 30 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
There are some comfortable places to rest your head close to CTU. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your DRW to Chengdu flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport is located at Airport Expressway Entrance.
Best time to go to Chengdu
Plan your trip to Chengdu during the high season if you prefer a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book flights from Darwin International Airport to Chengdu in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
When booking your Darwin International Airport to Chengdu flight ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Chengdu, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC to 33ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC and 13ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from DRW to Chengdu around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Chengdu
Once you've booked your flight from Darwin International Airport to Chengdu, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Chengdu:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Wuhou Shrine, Jinli Ancient Street and Sichuan Opera Troupe are top sights which should feature on every Chengdu itinerary.
Explore more of China
Chengdu will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of China you should also see. About 193 kilometres east of Chengdu, a visit to Nanchong will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like 六合丝博园, 印象嘉陵江文创小镇 and Yinxiang Jialingjiang Wetland Park.
Around 467 kilometres north of Chengdu, Tianshui is another favourite stop in China. No visit is complete without checking out 伏羲祭祀广场, 成纪儿童公园 and 天水古城.
