Chengdu (Shuangliu) to Shenzhen (CTU–SZX) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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Chengdu (Shuangliu) to Shenzhen
4 carriers, 298 flights/week nonstop.
4 Airlines
298 Flights/wk
818 mi
1h 54m nonstop
56 1-stop hubs
CTU–SZX is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. China Southern Airlines, Empresa Ecuatoriana De Aviación and Tibet Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 818 miles in approximately 1h 54m. Beyond nonstop, 56 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Carriers on this route
Airline Landscape
All carriers operating nonstop CTU–SZX service, compared side by side.
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
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| CZ China Southern Airlines Also: 3U | 24 | 320, 32N, 32Q | 2h30-2h35 | – | SkyTeam | 3U |
| EU Empresa Ecuatoriana De Aviación Also: 3U | 14 | 320 | 2h25-2h35 | – | – | 3U |
| TV Tibet Airlines | 7 | 320 | 2h35 | – | – | – |
| MU China Eastern Airlines | 0 | – | – | – | SkyTeam | – |
Aircraft on this route
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.
Schedule
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, CTU to SZX direction.
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298
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Connections
Connection Landscape
Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for CTU to SZX.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
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Longest
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Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Alternatives
Other ways to reach Shenzhen from Chengdu (Shuangliu)
Nearby airports with service to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport.
| Metric | CTU→SZX | TFU→SZX | MIG→SZX |
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| Distance from CTU | – | 34 mi | 76 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 4 | 5 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 298 | 71 | 12 |
| Flight time | 1h 54m | 2h 20m | 2h 35m |
Chengdu (Jianyang) (TFU) to Shenzhen flights · Mianyang (Fucheng) (MIG) to Shenzhen flights · Yibin (Cuiping) (YBP) to Shenzhen flights
Airports within 200 miles of CTU with service to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport.
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Travel Essentials
Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
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Chengdu (Shuangliu).
CTU: CST · SZX: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Chengdu (Shuangliu), it's 6:00 PM in Shenzhen.
CTU: CST · SZX: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Chengdu (Shuangliu), it's 6:00 PM in Shenzhen.
Distance & Flight Time
818 mi / 1,316 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 1h 54m to 2h 40m.
Getting from SZX
Metro Line 11 (Airport Express) connects to Futian station (30 min, ¥20) and Luohu (45 min, ¥28); from Futian you can cross to Hong Kong via the Futian/Lok Ma Chau checkpoint. Trains run 6am to midnight.Taxis to the city centre cost ¥60–100. Ferries to Hong Kong run from the adjacent Fuyong Ferry Terminal (45 min, HK$300–350); a convenient alternative to land crossings. Car rentals are limited; private car hire with driver is common for business travel.
Shenzhen Climate
Subtropical monsoon climate. Summers (May–September) are hot and very humid (28–34°C) with heavy monsoon rainfall and frequent typhoons. Typhoon season peaks July through September and can close the airport for 12–24 hours. Thunderstorms cause delays throughout the wet season.
Winters are mild and mostly dry (10–20°C). Spring brings persistent fog and drizzle (February–April) that can disrupt morning departures. October and November are the most pleasant months.
Facts
CTU–SZX Quick Facts
Key statistics for the Chengdu (Shuangliu) to Shenzhen route.
Route details
Distance818 mi / 1,316 km
Flight time1h 54m to 2h 40m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)4
Weekly flights298 out / 298 return
1-stop connections56 hubs
Origin: CTU
IATA / ICAOCTU / ZUUU
TimezoneAsia/Chongqing
Passengers/yr20.0M
Elevation1,625 ft / 495 m
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about CTU to SZX flights.
Nonstop flights from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport to Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport take approximately 1h 54m to 2h 40m. The route covers 818 miles.
4 airlines operate nonstop service: China Southern Airlines, Empresa Ecuatoriana De Aviación, China Eastern Airlines and Tibet Airlines. Plus 4 codeshare partners.
There are approximately 298 nonstop flights per week from CTU to SZX. The return direction has about 298 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through DLU, CZX, FOC, HDG, YNT, LZY, NNG, DZH, LHW, NTG, ALA, CGQ, HET, ICN, NGB, YIH, CGO, SHA, SYX, NKG, HYN, LJG, TYN, PVG, TSN, WUH, TNA, HFE, SHE, HRB, TAO, HAK, SJW, KMG, YTY, XNN, JHG, SIN, XIC, HGH, WUX, URC, INC, WNZ, DWC, ANC, PEK, PKX, KHN, FUG, FRA, JNH, LYI, KHG, ZHA and BZX. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Yes, return flights from SZX to CTU are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.
Block time is 2 hours 30 minutes to 2 hours 50 minutes for the 950-mile route. Actual air time is about 2 hours 10 minutes. Shenzhen Bao'an can have congestion from the Pearl River Delta's dense air traffic. Chengdu Tianfu's newer infrastructure keeps departures efficient.
Air China operates 3 to 5 daily nonstops. Shenzhen Airlines (a subsidiary of Air China) adds 4 to 6 daily frequencies. Sichuan Airlines flies 2 to 4 daily. China Southern and Hainan Airlines contribute additional departures. Total nonstop options often exceed 15 per day. Equipment is A320neo, 737-800, and A321 across carriers.
Most domestic flights now operate from Chengdu Tianfu International (TFU), which opened in 2021. Some airlines still use Chengdu Shuangliu (CTU) for domestic routes. Check your booking carefully for the airport code. Tianfu is 50 km south of the city center, while Shuangliu is 16 km southwest. Metro Line 18 connects Tianfu to the city in about 40 minutes.
Shenzhen Metro Line 11 runs from Bao'an Airport to Futian CBD in about 45 minutes. The airport is on the west side of the city, 32 km from Futian. Rideshare costs 100 to 150 RMB and takes 30 to 60 minutes depending on traffic. For travelers crossing to Hong Kong, the Shenzhen Bay Port is 20 km south of the airport.
Chengdu to Shenzhen by high-speed rail takes about 7 to 8 hours with a transfer in Guangzhou or Changsha. No direct HSR service connects the two cities. Flying saves 5 hours and is more practical than the indirect rail routing. Rail only makes sense if you want to break the journey with a stop in Guiyang, Changsha, or Guangzhou.
Chengdu to Shenzhen: Western China to the Tech Capital
CTU-SZX connects Sichuan's capital to the Pearl River Delta's technology hub. Over 15 daily nonstops from Air China, Shenzhen Airlines, Sichuan Airlines, and others make this one of China's highest-frequency routes between the western interior and the southern coast. Block time is about 2 hours 40 minutes for the 950-mile sector. Business traffic runs heavy between Chengdu's growing tech scene and Shenzhen's hardware and electronics ecosystem, home to Huawei, Tencent, BYD, and DJI.
Chengdu's newer Tianfu International Airport handles most domestic departures with efficient infrastructure. Shenzhen Bao'an connects via Metro Line 11 to the Futian business district in 45 minutes. The route has no practical high-speed rail competitor, since the indirect rail journey takes 7 to 8 hours with transfers. For travelers continuing to Hong Kong, Shenzhen's land border crossings are 30 to 60 minutes from the airport by road or metro.