Travelling from Tokyo to Chengdu: what you need to know
There are two main airports you can start your trip from in Tokyo. Explore your options departing from Haneda Airport (HND) or Narita International Airport (NRT) when organising your flight from Tokyo to Chengdu.
Hop off your plane in Chengdu at Tianfu International Airport (TFU) or Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU).
Jump on a direct Tokyo to Chengdu flight and you'll be flying for an average of 5 hours 35 minutes.
Chengdu is one hour behind Tokyo and follows the UTC+8 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to make your Tokyo to Chengdu flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time like June? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tokyo to Chengdu
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap Tokyo to Chengdu flights if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
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Flying from Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling — and maybe even explore a different city. When browsing Tokyo to Chengdu flights leaving from Haneda Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some options to consider:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
HND is around 14 kilometres from central Tokyo. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions.
Booked an early flight from Tokyo to Chengdu? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to Haneda Airport:
73.52% of flights that take off from Haneda Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
You'll find HND at 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Prefer to fly from Narita International Airport (NRT)? This hub offers nonstop flights from Tokyo to Chengdu, seamlessly connecting to Tianfu International Airport (TFU).
From NRT, you can lock in a direct Tokyo to Chengdu plane ticket with Sichuan Airlines.
Visit friends or family or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your Tokyo to Chengdu flight, browse these options when leaving from Narita International Airport:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
NRT is roughly 64 kilometres from central Tokyo. It takes 1 hour or so to reach the terminal when driving from the city centre.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your flight from Tokyo to Chengdu? Unwind in a hotel near Narita International Airport before your adventure officially starts. Check out these accommodation options:
Narita International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 70%. This figure shows how often flights that take off from this airport land on schedule.
The street address for NRT is 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Arriving in Chengdu
Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
The distance from Tianfu International Airport (TFU) to central Chengdu is roughly 56 kilometres. It'll take you around 1 hour 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Tokyo to Chengdu, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near TFU:
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)
The centre of Chengdu is about 11 kilometres from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU). As soon as your flight from Tokyo to Chengdu has hit the runway and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 30 minutes.
You'll find some great places to call home for the night near CTU. Tuck yourself in after your Tokyo to Chengdu flight at one of these well-located options:
The address for Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport is Airport Expressway Entrance.
Best time to go to Chengdu
April is the most popular month for flights from Tokyo to Chengdu. To skip the crowds, visit Chengdu in January.
Lock in a Tokyo to Chengdu ticket departing in August if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Chengdu to range from 21ºC to 33ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Tokyo to Chengdu in January when temperatures average between 0ºC and 13ºC.
More about Chengdu
Start your Chengdu trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Tokyo to Chengdu, browse our range of hotels including:
Jinli Ancient Street and Wuhou Shrine are just two of the top-rated attractions to add to your Chengdu must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Sichuan Opera Troupe.
Explore more of China
Chengdu is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of China waiting to be discovered. Around 193 kilometres east of Chengdu, a trip to Nanchong will keep you on the move. Check out popular attractions like 小西街, 六合丝博园 and Yinxiang Jialingjiang Wetland Park.
Tianshui is another well-known destination in China and is around 467 kilometres north of Chengdu. No journey is complete without dropping by 伏羲祭祀广场, 成纪儿童公园 and 天水古城.