US$72 Cheap Flights from Beijing to Chengdu

Chengdu is the sub-provincial capital city of Sichuan, a Chinese province. The city is also known as Chengtu is one of the three most populous Western China cities. The city located in Central Sichuan serves as the gateway to China’s western hinterlands. The western hinterlands are bamboo forests where the world’s panda roam around. The Chengdu plain surrounding the city is known as the “Land of abundance” and “Country of Heaven”. This sub-provincial city is relatively easy-going as compared to other Chinese city’s hustle-bustle. Despite its a modern city like ambiance the city still maintains it’s a small-town feel. Though the city doesn’t have many attractions, ambiance and natural beauty attract a lot of tourists to it every year. Chengdu is also a foodie’s paradise and has been given the title of “Gourmet Capital of the World” by UNESCO.  

Tip: Chengdu experiences mild and humid temperatures throughout the year. To visit in pleasant weather, the best months are from March to June and September to November.

Flights to Kuala Chengdu

Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) is the airport serving Chengdu is also known as Chengdu airport. The airport is located approximately 16 km from the Chengdu downtown and 2 km from Shuangliu country. The Chengdu Airport was built in 1938 and is the largest airport in southwest China. Several airways and airlines have daily flights from Beijing to Chengdu. Direct flights to Chengdu are by Air China Airlines. Beijing to Chengdu flights usually takes approximately 3 hours and 10 minutes. Other options for cheap flights from Beijing are China Southern Airways, China Eastern Airlines, and Hebel airlines.

Tip: Book flight tickets for Chengdu in advance if traveling in peak months of December and January (Chinese New Year). 

Chengdu Attractions:

Chengdu is not a city to be missed for giant Panda lovers. Start the tour of the city with the Chengdu Panda base or Research base of Giant panda breeding. Enjoy watching the pandas of all ages in their natural habitat. Leshan Giant Buddha is another popular attraction. The giant relic is a 71-meter stone statue carved from a cliff. Wuhou Temple or Wu Hou Shrine temple of Marquis is a must-visit to know the history of the city and learn about the Three Kingdom period. 

The Jinsha Site has a museum, exhibition hall, Jinsha Theatre, monument hall, and other buildings. The buildings date back to the 17^th century and are of Shang and Zhou Dynasties. The museum has ancient relics and stone tools and serves as a means to known about the ancient Chengdu civilization. The Jinsha site is famous for its exhibits including the Immortal Bird and the gold Foil of Sun.  

Take the high-speed train to Dujiangyan City to see the famous sights- Dujiangyan and Mount Qingcheng. Mount Qingcheng is known as one of the birthplaces of Taoism. The beautiful mountain also has many historical temples and sites around it. Learn about the ancient water conservation system of China at the Dujiangyan Irrigation System. 

Tip: Visit the Jinli Old Street to explore the local culture and enjoy the unique face-changing show in Bian Lian-a Sichuan opera.

Shopping in Chengdu:

Chengdu is known for many other things apart from giant pandas. The city is famous for Shu brocade fabrics, embroidered clothes, lacquer wares, bamboo products, and silver inlaid products. Chunxi Road, Luomashi area and Zongfu road have many shopping centers and street stalls that sell everything from clothes to souvenirs. Chunxi Road is the main shopping area with the best shopping centers, boutiques, and cafes in the city. The Yanshikou commercial circle is also good for shopping with many prominent departmental stores and shops. 
 
Tip: Visit Shudu Avenue to shop for local food delicacies such as preserved ham and alcoholic beverages. 

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