Travelling from Chengdu to Seattle: what you need to know
Get your holiday planning started by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Chengdu to Seattle. Tianfu International Airport (TFU) and Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) are Chengdu's main airports.
When working out where to arrive in Seattle, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) and Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE) are the major entry points.
Seattle's timezone is UTC-7, which makes Seattle 15 hours behind Chengdu.
To ensure you make it on your Chengdu to Seattle flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is a good rule of thumb.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chengdu to Seattle
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap Chengdu to Seattle flight. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
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Flying from Chengdu
Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
Central Chengdu to TFU is around 48 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 1 hour 15 minutes to reach there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Catching an early flight from Chengdu to Seattle? Avoid rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to Tianfu International Airport:
Tianfu International Airport has an excellent on-time performance, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from TFU touch down on schedule 86.59% of the time.
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)
Visit friends or family or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your Chengdu to Seattle flight, check out these options when setting off from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
CTU is around 16 kilometres from central Chengdu. It'll take you 30 minutes or so to reach the airport when driving from the city centre.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your flight from Chengdu to Seattle? Check in to a hotel near Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport before your adventure officially begins. Stay at one of these accommodation options:
Most flights that depart Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport arrive at their destination as planned. It boasts an on-time performance rate of 90%.
You'll find CTU at Airport Expressway Entrance.
Arriving in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to central Seattle takes about 20 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 19 kilometers away.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes about 55 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Chengdu to Seattle. Reserve one of these accommodation options near SEA instead:
Explore without limits with a Seattle-Tacoma International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Thrifty, Europcar or Budget and find adventure across Seattle and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport about one week in advance of your trip.
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE)
The centre of Seattle is approximately 3 kilometres from Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE). As soon as your flight from Chengdu to Seattle has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should be around 10 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take roughly 25 minutes on public transport.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to LKE. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your flight from Chengdu to Seattle:
Best time to go to Seattle
July is the most popular month for flights from Chengdu to Seattle. To avoid the crowds, head to Seattle in May.
Before locking in your Chengdu to Seattle tickets, consider what kind of weather you prefer. August is the warmest month in Seattle, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
February has average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Search for cheap flights from Chengdu to Seattle around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Seattle
Start your Seattle trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Chengdu to Seattle, check out our range of accommodation options including:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Greyhound: Bus Station, LMN Architects and Boeing Radiation Effects Lab are must-visits when exploring Seattle.
Explore more of United States
Portland is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Seattle. Around 241 kilometres to the south, popular attractions include Pioneer Courthouse Square, Portland Japanese Garden and Pittock Mansion.
Spokane is another must-experience destination in United States and is around 370 kilometres east of Seattle. No trip is complete without visiting Manito Park, Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture and Spokane Falls.
