Flying from Milan to Chengdu: what you need to know
Planning your flight from Milan to Chengdu begins with finding the right airport to start your holiday. Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP), Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY) and Milano Linate Airport (LIN) are the main terminals in Milan.
When it comes to choosing where to land in Chengdu, Tianfu International Airport (TFU) and Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) are the major entry points.
The average duration of a direct Milan to Chengdu flight is 10 hours 45 minutes.
Chengdu is seven hours ahead of Milan and follows the UTC+8 timezone.
The busiest route for flights from Milan to Chengdu is Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to {"defaultCase":"Tianfu International Airport","accusativeCase":"Tianfu International Airport","nominativeCase":"Tianfu International Airport","dativeCase":"Tianfu International Airport"} (TFU). There are three services connecting these two airports every week.
To ensure you board your Milan to Chengdu flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Milan to Chengdu
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap Milan to Chengdu flight. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest plane tickets from Milan to Chengdu across the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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Flying from Milan
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
If you're looking for a direct flight from Milan to Chengdu, you can leave from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP). Get from MXP to Tianfu International Airport (TFU) in one continuous trip.
Air China is a popular airline that offers direct Milan to Chengdu plane tickets from MXP.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper Milan to Chengdu flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Milano Malpensa Airport. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)
Travelling from central Milan to MXP takes around 55 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 40 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to Milano Malpensa Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Milan to Chengdu, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Of the flights that depart from Milano Malpensa Airport, 68.23% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
You can reach BGY from the centre of Milan in about 1 hour by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey by public transport takes roughly 2 hours 20 minutes to travel the 48 kilometres or so.
You're going on holiday, so why not spend another night away? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Orio al Serio International Airport the day before your flight from Milan to Chengdu:
Orio al Serio International Airport has an on-time performance of 67.49%. This figure sheds light on how often flights that depart from this airport land on schedule.
Milano Linate Airport (LIN)
Whether just for an hour or two or a handful of days, a stopover can make your entire trip feel a little more stress-free. When jetting out of Milano Linate Airport (LIN), you can book a ticket from Milan to Chengdu with a stop at Frankfurt Airport (FRA).
LIN is around 8 kilometres from central Milan. The drive from the city centre to the terminal takes about 30 minutes. If you're thinking about using public transport, expect a journey of around 45 minutes.
Make catching an early Milan to Chengdu flight the easiest part of your journey. Book a room at one of these accommodation options near Milano Linate Airport and get to your check-in counter feeling relaxed and unhurried:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that tracks how often flights arrive at their destinations without delays. At LIN, that rate is 79.56%.
Arriving in Chengdu
Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
The distance from Tianfu International Airport (TFU) to central Chengdu is approximately 48 kilometres. It takes about 1 hour 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Milan to Chengdu, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near TFU:
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) is about 11 kilometres from central Chengdu. Following your flight from Milan to Chengdu, it takes approximately 30 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
You'll find some comfortable places to lay your head close to CTU. Settle in and get cosy after your Milan to Chengdu flight at one of these well-located options:
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport is located at Airport Expressway Entrance.
Best time to go to Chengdu
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Milan to Chengdu. April is the most popular month to visit Chengdu. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in January.
Book a Milan to Chengdu ticket departing in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Chengdu to range from 21ºC to 33ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Milan to Chengdu in January when temperatures average between 0ºC and 13ºC.
More about Chengdu
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Chengdu right here. Browse these options after you've booked your flight from Milan to Chengdu:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Jinli Ancient Street, Wuhou Shrine and Sichuan Opera Troupe are must-visits when exploring Chengdu.
Explore more of China
Chengdu has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of China just waiting to be discovered. Around 193 kilometres east of Chengdu, a visit to Nanchong will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like 小西街, 六合丝博园 and Yinxiang Jialingjiang Wetland Park.
Tianshui is another essential stop in China and is around 467 kilometres north of Chengdu. No trip is complete without experiencing 伏羲祭祀广场, 成纪儿童公园 and 天水古城.
