Travelling from Changi International Airport (SIN) to Tianfu International Airport (TFU): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Changi International Airport to Tianfu International Airport is 4 hours 45 minutes.
Singapore and Chengdu are in the UTC+8 timezone. That means there's no time difference to adjust for.
Choose from 21 weekly Changi International Airport to Tianfu International Airport flights. The 02:30 departure with Air China is the earliest you can take. Sichuan Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 17:00.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport on time to catch your SIN to TFU flight.
During popular months like April, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
A variety of airlines offer direct flights from Changi International Airport to Tianfu International Airport, so getting to Chengdu (and then seeing more of China!) is easy. Leading carriers that fly nonstop include:
The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is Sichuan Airlines.
Air China is the most punctual carrier that offers SIN to TFU flights. An exceptional 91.74% of its departures on this route arrive without delay.
If you want to explore another city along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Changi International Airport to Tianfu International Airport. These are the top stopovers between SIN and TFU:
Don Mueang International Airport
Kunming Changshui International Airport
Suvarnabhumi Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Changi International Airport (SIN) to Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Changi International Airport to Tianfu International Airport flight is ₹ 9,227. A return plane ticket is currently ₹ 16,031. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap tickets from SIN to TFU, book your journey ten months ahead of your planned departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Changi International Airport to Tianfu International Airport is September. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
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Handy information about Changi International Airport (SIN)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Changi International Airport, 68.95% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Singapore to Changi International Airport is approximately 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
The journey when using public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
Taking an early flight from Changi International Airport to Tianfu International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to SIN:
Arriving at Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Changi International Airport to Tianfu International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near TFU instead:
Getting from Tianfu International Airport (TFU) to central Chengdu
Tianfu International Airport to central Chengdu has a drive time of around 1 hour 15 minutes. It's approximately 72 kilometres away.
When to fly to Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Changi International Airport to Tianfu International Airport. April is the busiest month to head to Chengdu. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in January.
When reserving your flight from Changi International Airport to Tianfu International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Chengdu, with the temperature ranging from 21ºC to 33ºC.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SIN to TFU in January. Temperatures average between 0ºC and 13ºC then.
Explore more of China
You've done Chengdu, now it's time to discover more of China. Journey around 193 kilometres east to Nanchong to tick off its leading attractions. From 小西街 to 六合丝博园 and Yinxiang Jialingjiang Wetland Park, your itinerary will be busy.
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.