Travelling from Chengdu to Incheon International Airport (ICN): What you need to know
Chengdu has a couple of airports where you can kick off your trip. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Chengdu to Incheon International Airport (ICN) departing from Tianfu International Airport (TFU) or Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU).
The average duration of a direct Chengdu to Incheon International Airport flight is 3 hours 35 minutes.
Incheon International Airport is located in Seoul. The city runs on the UTC+9 timezone and is one hour ahead of Chengdu.
The most popular route is from Tianfu International Airport (TFU) to Incheon International Airport (ICN), with 16 direct services every week. If you're not one for hanging around, the earliest flight from TFU to ICN is the 12:10am Asiana Airlines service. If you need some extra time before takeoff, the final departure is at 9:40am with Air China.
Your flight from Chengdu to ICN won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
With more travellers during peak seasons, it's wise to get to your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will allow for additional wait times.
Airports in Chengdu
Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
Fly without interruptions from Tianfu International Airport (TFU). Direct flights from Chengdu to Incheon International Airport (ICN) operate from here.
Choose from a variety of airlines that offer direct flights from Chengdu to Incheon International Airport leaving from TFU. Book your seat with one of these:
The most frequently booked airline between TFU and ICN is Asiana Airlines.
Among carriers on this route, Air China is the most consistent for on-time landings.
To get to TFU from central Chengdu, it takes around 1 hour 15 minutes to drive the 72 kilometres or so.
Searching for a comfortable hotel close to Tianfu International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Chengdu to Incheon International Airport, these stays will put you a quick hop from check-in:
86.59% of flights departing from Tianfu International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule. Given its reliable on-time performance, delays are unlikely when setting off from TFU.
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)
Split up your flight from Chengdu to Incheon International Airport with a stop so you can recharge or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Some great stopovers between Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport and ICN are:
Qingdao Liuting International Airport (TAO)
Jinan Yaoqiang International Airport (TNA)
Shijiazhuang Zhengding International Airport (SJW)
The drive from central Chengdu to CTU usually takes 30 minutes, depending on traffic. The distance from the city centre to the airport is around 21 kilometres.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Chengdu to ICN flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport:
The majority of flights that depart Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport make it to their destination right on cue. It boasts an on-time performance rate of 89.89%.
The street address for CTU is Airport Expressway Entrance.
About Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Book a hotel near ICN if you have a late flight from Chengdu to Incheon International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options and call it a night faster:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up an Incheon International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from WECAR, Hi Rent A Car or Alamo and experience the lesser-explored corners of Seoul and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride around four weeks before your Chengdu to Incheon International Airport flight.
Getting from Incheon International Airport (ICN) to central Seoul
Incheon International Airport to the centre of Seoul is roughly 48 kilometres. If you're taking a cab or renting a car, plan in advance to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times may vary based on traffic conditions and the time of day.
Travelling on public transport takes about 1 hour 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chengdu to Incheon International Airport (ICN)
ر.ق. 334 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Chengdu to Incheon International Airport. A return flight starts at ر.ق. 627. These prices may change depending on availability.
To pick up cheap flights from Chengdu to ICN, book ahead. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
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The best time to fly from Chengdu to Incheon International Airport (ICN)
April is the quietest month for flights from Chengdu to Incheon International Airport (ICN), while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Seoul based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Seoul is August, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your Chengdu to ICN flight ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
January has temperatures of between -12ºC and 4ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Chengdu to Incheon International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Seoul
Start your Seoul trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Chengdu to Incheon International Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
Gyeongbokgung Palace and Bukchon Hanok Village are a couple of major attractions to put on your Seoul must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to N Seoul Tower.
Explore more of South Korea
Daegu is just one of the many cities in South Korea waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Seoul. Around 257 kilometres away to the south-east, its top attractions include Modern Art Statue, Alive Aquarium Daegu and Jung-gu District.
Daejeon is another favourite destination in South Korea and is around 153 kilometres south-east of Seoul. No trip is complete without experiencing Temi Park, National Science Museum and Yuseong Hot Springs.
