Travelling from Penang International Airport (PEN) to Chengdu: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 4 hours 25 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct flight from Penang International Airport to Chengdu.
Chengdu's timezone is UTC+8, which is the same as George Town (the location of Penang International Airport).
The most popular route is from Penang International Airport (PEN) to Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU). You can choose from seven services every week between these two airports. Sichuan Airlines offers a 01:00 departure between PEN and TFU.
To avoid missing your PEN to Chengdu flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as January. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
You can book a direct Penang International Airport to Chengdu ticket. Begin your journey at PEN and end it at Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU).
Take to the skies with Sichuan Airlines. This well-known carrier operates direct flights from Penang International Airport to Chengdu.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially score a cheaper plane ticket from PEN to Chengdu. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Give yourself a breather (and maybe even a better deal) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
The journey from central George Town to PEN takes about 55 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Booked an early flight from Penang International Airport to Chengdu? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near PEN:
68% of flights that depart Penang International Airport land at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Penang International Airport (PEN) to Chengdu
ر.ق. 480 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Penang International Airport to Chengdu flight. A return plane ticket starts at ر.ق. 903. These fares may change depending on demand.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from PEN to Chengdu if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Penang International Airport to Chengdu across the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Penang International Airport to Chengdu by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'
Airports in Chengdu
Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU) is around 48 kilometres from central Chengdu. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 50 minutes.
Travelling by public transport takes about 1 hour.
If you have a late flight from Penang International Airport to Chengdu, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near TFU:
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)
The centre of Chengdu is around 16 kilometres from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU). Once your flight from Penang International Airport to Chengdu has landed and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 35 minutes.
The trip will take about 45 minutes on public transport.
After stepping off your PEN to Chengdu flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel near CTU. These are some comfortable options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
You'll find Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport at Airport Expressway Entrance.
Best time to go to Chengdu
December is the quietest month for flights from Penang International Airport to Chengdu, while February is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Chengdu based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Chengdu is August, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC and 33ºC. Book your Penang International Airport to Chengdu plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from PEN to Chengdu in January when temperatures average between 0ºC and 13ºC.
More about Chengdu
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Chengdu right here. Explore these options once you've locked in your flight from Penang International Airport to Chengdu:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Jinli Ancient Street, Tianfu Panda Tower and Sichuan Museum are top sights which should feature on any well-planned Chengdu itinerary.
Explore more of China
Nanchong is just one of the many cities in China waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Chengdu. Around 193 kilometres away to the east, top sights here include Lingyun Mountain Scenic Area, Xishan Scenic Area and Sichuan Nanchong Xishan Scenic Area Qileshan Scenic Area.
Tianshui is another favourite destination in China and is around 467 kilometres north of Chengdu. No trip is complete without experiencing Qimulin Mountain, Yuquan Temple and Tianshui Shenjin Mountain Provincial Forest Park.
