Chengdu (Shuangliu) to Harbin (CTU–HRB) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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CTU–HRB is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Empresa Ecuatoriana De Aviación and Air China lead the route. The flight covers 1,589 miles in approximately 3h 58m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EU Empresa Ecuatoriana De Aviación Also: 3U | 4 | 320 | 3h55 | – | – | 3U |
| CA Air China | 0 | – | – | – | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Harbin from Chengdu (Shuangliu)
| Metric | CTU→HRB | TFU→HRB | CKG→HRB |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from CTU | – | 34 mi | 172 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 8 | 5 |
| Weekly flights | 11 | 72 | 42 |
| Flight time | 3h 58m | 3h 45m | 3h 25m |
Travel Essentials
CTU: CST · HRB: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Chengdu (Shuangliu), it's 6:00 PM in Harbin.
Metro Line 3 runs from the airport to the city centre and Harbin Station in 40–50 minutes for CNY 6–10. Taxis and DiDi queue outside arrivals; fares to downtown are CNY 60–100. Airport shuttle buses serve multiple zones and the railway station for CNY 20. In winter, confirm transportation availability; heavy snowfall occasionally disrupts surface transport temporarily.Harbin is a hub for northeast China (Manchuria) with connections to Shenyang, Dalian, Changchun, and cross-border routes to Russia. Rental car desks are in the arrivals hall.
Severe subarctic continental climate, one of the coldest major cities in China. Winters (November–March) are extreme, with temperatures regularly reaching −20 to −30°C and occasional lows below −35°C. Heavy snowfall, black ice, and extreme cold cause frequent de-icing delays and occasional ground stops. Harbin's famous Ice Festival runs January–February.
Summers (June–August) are short and warm at 22–30°C with low humidity and good flying conditions. Spring and autumn are brief transitional periods. Pack the heaviest possible cold-weather gear for winter travel. Thin layers are wholly inadequate.
CTU–HRB Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from CTU to HRB
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) and Harbin Taiping International Airport (HRB) are connected by nonstop service from Empresa Ecuatoriana De Aviación and Air China. With 11 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
CTU to HRB Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from CTU to HRB is about 3 hours 58 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,589 miles (2,556 km). There are approximately 11 weekly flights outbound and 11 return, totaling 22 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Jinan Yaoqiang, Beijing Capital and Shijiazhuang Zhengding. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Chengdu (Jianyang) (TFU) and Chongqing (CKG).