Travelling from Chengdu to Tokyo: what you need to know
Chengdu is home to two main airports where you can set off on your adventure. Check out your options for booking a flight from Chengdu to Tokyo leaving from Tianfu International Airport (TFU) or Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU).
Arrive in Tokyo at Haneda Airport (HND) or Narita International Airport (NRT).
Book a direct Chengdu to Tokyo flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 4 hours 50 minutes.
Tokyo's timezone is UTC+9, making Tokyo one hour ahead of Chengdu.
Tianfu International Airport (TFU) to {"defaultCase":"Narita International Airport","accusativeCase":"Narita International Airport","nominativeCase":"Narita International Airport","dativeCase":"Narita International Airport"} (NRT) is the most popular route. When booking your flight from Chengdu to Tokyo, you can choose from ten services a week between TFU and NRT.
Allow plenty of time to get on your Chengdu to Tokyo flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying over a peak time such as April? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chengdu to Tokyo
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap Chengdu to Tokyo flight. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
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Flying from Chengdu
Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
You can get a direct flight from Chengdu to Tokyo leaving from Tianfu International Airport (TFU). Begin your trip at TFU and land at Narita International Airport (NRT).
Lock in your Chengdu to Tokyo plane tickets with Sichuan Airlines. This carrier is a top pick for direct flights from TFU.
To reach TFU from central Chengdu, it takes about 1 hour 15 minutes if you're planning to drive. It's roughly 48 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Looking for a handy hotel close to Tianfu International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Chengdu to Tokyo, these accommodation options will put you nice and close to your departure gate:
Tianfu International Airport maintains a solid on-time record, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from TFU arrive on schedule 86.59% of the time.
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)
Visit friends or family or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your Chengdu to Tokyo flight, browse these options when taking off from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport:
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Depending on road traffic, you can drive to CTU from central Chengdu in about 30 minutes. The airport is roughly 11 kilometres away.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your flight from Chengdu to Tokyo? Relax in a hotel near Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport before your adventure officially starts. Stay at one of these accommodation options:
Most flights that leave Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport get to their destination as expected. It maintains a strong on-time performance rate of 89.89%.
CTU is located at Airport Expressway Entrance.
Arriving in Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
Haneda Airport (HND) to central Tokyo takes around 15 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 14 kilometres away.
If you have a late flight from Chengdu to Tokyo, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near HND:
Travel at your own pace with a Haneda Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Europcar, Nissan Rent a Car or Times and find adventure across Tokyo and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Haneda Airport about three weeks ahead of your Chengdu to Tokyo flight.
You'll find HND at 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Narita International Airport (NRT)
The centre of Tokyo is about 56 kilometres from Narita International Airport (NRT). As soon as your flight from Chengdu to Tokyo has landed and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 1 hour.
You'll find some comfortable places to lay your head close to NRT. Kick back after your Chengdu to Tokyo flight at one of these perfectly located options:
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a Narita International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Airport Car Hire, JDM Rent a car or Miki Car Hire and make a speedy getaway.
Get the lowest price by booking your ride from NRT four weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a wider range of vehicles.
Narita International Airport can be found at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Best time to go to Tokyo
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Chengdu to Tokyo. April is the busiest month to visit Tokyo. If you like a more relaxed atmosphere, go in February.
Book a Chengdu to Tokyo ticket departing in August if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Tokyo to range from 26ºC to 29ºC.
Look for cheap flights from Chengdu to Tokyo in February if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 15ºC and 20ºC on average.
More about Tokyo
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Tokyo right here. Check out these options after locking in your flight from Chengdu to Tokyo:
Tokyo Tower and Senso-ji Temple Yogodo are just two of the top-rated attractions to add to your Tokyo travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Mag's Park Rooftop Shibuya Crossing.
Explore more of Japan
Tokyo has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Japan just waiting to be explored. Around 31 kilometres south-west of Tokyo, a trip to Yokohama will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like Teishoin, Seya Christian Church and Banfukuji.
If you're interested in discovering another great destination in Japan, head for Osaka, about 402 kilometres west of Tokyo. Osaka Castle, Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan are key reasons to visit.