Travelling from Paris to Chengdu: what you need to know
Planning your flight from Paris to Chengdu begins with finding the most convenient airport to start your trip. Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), Paris Orly Airport (ORY) and Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) are the main terminals in Paris.
Step off your plane in Chengdu at Tianfu International Airport (TFU) or Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU).
Chengdu's timezone is UTC+8, which makes Chengdu seven hours ahead of Paris.
To ensure you make your Paris to Chengdu flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months like June, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Paris to Chengdu
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap Paris to Chengdu flight. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the nearer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
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Flying from Paris
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
We make it simple to book a Paris to Chengdu flight with a stopover. To see all your options leaving from Charles de Gaulle Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Located around 23 kilometres from central Paris, CDG can be reached in about 45 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to Charles de Gaulle Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Paris to Chengdu, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
61.46% of flights that leave from Charles de Gaulle Airport make it to their destination on time.
You'll find CDG at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Take a moment to recharge during your Paris to Chengdu flight with a stopover. London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is one of the top options between Paris Orly Airport and Chengdu.
Using public transport, you can travel from central Paris to ORY in around 55 minutes. The terminal is roughly 14 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 35 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from Paris to Chengdu, stay in one of these hotels close to Paris Orly Airport:
As far as flight punctuality goes, Paris Orly Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 76%.
The address for ORY is 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA)
BVA is roughly 72 kilometres from central Paris. Driving from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour 30 minutes. If you're considering public transport, expect a journey of around 2 hours 20 minutes.
Skip the morning rush on departure day — stay close to Beauvais-Tille Airport and know you'll be at your boarding gate with time to spare. Settle in at one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early Paris to Chengdu flight:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that monitors how often flights arrive as expected. At BVA, that rate is 66.39%.
You'll find Beauvais-Tille Airport at Tille 60000, Beauvais.
Arriving in Chengdu
Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
Tianfu International Airport (TFU) is approximately 56 kilometres from central Chengdu. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes around 1 hour 15 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Paris to Chengdu. Stay at one of these accommodation options near TFU instead:
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)
Once your flight from Paris to Chengdu has landed, you can get to the city centre in around 30 minutes by car. Central Chengdu is roughly 11 kilometres from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU).
After your flight from Paris to Chengdu, settle in at a hotel close to CTU. These are some comfortable options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
The address for Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport is Airport Expressway Entrance.
Best time to go to Chengdu
January is the quietest month for flights from Paris to Chengdu, while April is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Chengdu based on whether you want a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Chengdu is August, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC and 33ºC. Book your Paris to Chengdu ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC and 13ºC. Look for cheap flights from Paris to Chengdu around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Chengdu
Once you've booked your flight from Paris to Chengdu, take your pick from prime hotels that put you close to the action. Make one of these options your base for exploring Chengdu:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Jinli Ancient Street, Wuhou Shrine and Sichuan Opera Troupe are major attractions which should be on any good Chengdu itinerary.
Explore more of China
Chengdu will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of China you'll want to see. Around 193 kilometres east of Chengdu, a trip to Nanchong will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like 小西街, 六合丝博园 and Yinxiang Jialingjiang Wetland Park.
Tianshui is another favourite destination in China and is around 467 kilometres north of Chengdu. No journey is complete without seeing 伏羲祭祀广场, 成纪儿童公园 and 天水古城.