Flying from Perth Airport (PER) to Chengdu: what you need to know
Chengdu's timezone is UTC+8, which is the same as Perth (the location of Perth Airport).
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your PER to Chengdu flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're jetting off during high season, so give yourself a bit more breathing room. A good rule of thumb for peak times? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
We make it a breeze to book flight tickets from PER to Chengdu with a stopover. To see all the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Located around 10 kilometres from central Perth, PER can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 30 minutes.
Want an easy start to your journey? Stay near PER. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Perth Airport to Chengdu or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels have you covered:
73.04% of flights that take off from Perth Airport arrive at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Perth Airport (PER) to Chengdu
$445 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Perth Airport to Chengdu flight. A return flight ticket starts at $806. These prices may change based on demand.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from PER to Chengdu if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price across each month when searching for a Perth Airport to Chengdu ticket.
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Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Perth Airport to Chengdu.
Airports in Chengdu
Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
The distance from Tianfu International Airport (TFU) to central Chengdu is roughly 72 kilometres. It'll take you around 1 hour 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Look into staying at a hotel near TFU if you have a late flight from Perth Airport to Chengdu. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)
After your flight from Perth Airport to Chengdu has touched down, you can get to the city centre in around 30 minutes by car. Central Chengdu is roughly 21 kilometres from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU).
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to CTU. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your PER to Chengdu flight:
You can find Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport at Airport Expressway Entrance.
Best time to go to Chengdu
Visit Chengdu during the high season if you prefer a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book flights from Perth Airport to Chengdu in the off-season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
The warmest month in Chengdu is August, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your Perth Airport to Chengdu flight ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from PER to Chengdu in January when temperatures average between 0ºC and 13ºC.
More about Chengdu
After booking your flight from Perth Airport to Chengdu, choose a hotel that combines comfort with a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Chengdu:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Wuhou Shrine, Jinli Ancient Street and Sichuan Opera Troupe are essential stops on your Chengdu itinerary.
Explore more of China
Chengdu has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of China just waiting to be explored. About 193 kilometres east of Chengdu, a visit to Nanchong will keep you busy. Check out popular 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 essential stop in China. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at 伏羲祭祀广场, 成纪儿童公园 and 天水古城.