Shenzhen to Chengdu (Shuangliu) (SZX–CTU) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
SZX–CTU is served by 6 airlines with nonstop service. Air China, Shenzhen Airlines and China Southern Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 818 miles in approximately 2h 35m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CA Air China | 98 | 320, 321, 32N, 32Q, 330, 738 | 1h59-2h45 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| ZH Shenzhen Airlines Also: SC | 98 | 319, 320, 321, 32N, 32Q, 330, 738 | 1h58-2h45 | – | Star Alliance | SC |
| CZ China Southern Airlines Also: 3U | 24 | 321, 32Q, 738 | 2h35-2h50 | – | SkyTeam | 3U |
| EU Empresa Ecuatoriana De Aviación Also: 3U | 14 | 320 | 2h03-2h35 | – | – | 3U |
| MU China Eastern Airlines | 7 | 321 | 2h21 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| TV Tibet Airlines | 7 | 320 | 2h | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Chengdu (Shuangliu) from Shenzhen
| Metric | SZX→CTU | HKG→CTU | MFM→CTU |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from SZX | – | 24 mi | 36 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 6 | 3 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 333 | 28 | 21 |
| Flight time | 2h 35m | 2h 30m | 2h 10m |
Travel Essentials
SZX: CST · CTU: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Shenzhen, it's 6:00 PM in Chengdu (Shuangliu).
Shenzhen Metro Line 11 (Airport Express) runs from Futian or Luohu to the airport in 35–50 minutes (¥20–30). Trains run from 6am to around midnight. This is the standard option for arrivals from central Shenzhen and the Hong Kong border crossing at Futian.
Taxis from downtown Shenzhen (Luohu/Futian) cost ¥60–100 and take 30–50 minutes depending on expressway traffic. High-speed rail connections exist but require a shuttle or metro link from Shenzhen North station.
SZX–CTU Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Shenzhen to Chengdu: Tech Coast to Southwest China
SZX-CTU links China's technology and manufacturing hub in the Pearl River Delta to the economic capital of the Sichuan Basin. The 1,500 km sector runs 2 hours 30 to 50 minutes. Combined daily departures across Shenzhen Airlines, China Southern, Sichuan Airlines, Air China, and others exceed 15 roundtrips. Shenzhen's tech workforce has deep ties to Chengdu, where many companies run secondary offices or R&D centers. The reverse flow brings Sichuan's labor force to Shenzhen's factories and offices. This two-way migration pattern keeps the route dense year-round, not just during holiday peaks.
Dual-Airport Chengdu and Connectivity
Chengdu now operates two airports. Tianfu International (TFU) opened in 2021 and has absorbed most domestic airline traffic. The older Shuangliu Airport (CTU code) retains some domestic flights and handles residual international service. Passengers should verify which airport their flight uses at booking. Metro Line 18 connects TFU to downtown Chengdu in about 50 minutes. Shenzhen Bao'an Airport (SZX) connects to the city via Metro Lines 1 and 11, with the Qianhai area reachable in 30 minutes. The route is a bellwether for China's internal migration patterns, with traffic spikes during Chinese New Year (Chunyun) when workers return to Sichuan and surrounding provinces.