Shenzhen to Chengdu (Shuangliu) (SZX–CTU) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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Shenzhen to Chengdu (Shuangliu)
4 carriers, 298 flights/week nonstop.
4 Airlines
298 Flights/wk
818 mi
2h 4m nonstop
60 1-stop hubs
SZX–CTU is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. China Southern Airlines, Empresa Ecuatoriana De Aviación and China Eastern Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 818 miles in approximately 2h 4m. Beyond nonstop, 60 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Carriers on this route
Airline Landscape
All carriers operating nonstop SZX–CTU 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, 321, 32N, 32Q | 2h25-2h50 | – | SkyTeam | 3U |
| EU Empresa Ecuatoriana De Aviación Also: 3U | 14 | 320 | 2h20-2h40 | – | – | 3U |
| MU China Eastern Airlines | 7 | 321 | 2h25 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| TV Tibet Airlines | 7 | 320 | 2h30 | – | – | – |
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, SZX to CTU direction.
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Connections
Connection Landscape
Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for SZX to CTU.
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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 Chengdu (Shuangliu) from Shenzhen
Nearby airports with service to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport.
| Metric | SZX→CTU | ZUH→CTU | CAN→CTU |
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| Distance from SZX | – | 52 mi | 61 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 4 | 2 | 9 |
| Weekly flights | 298 | 7 | 245 |
| Flight time | 2h 4m | 2h 15m | 1h 56m |
Zhuhai (Jinwan) (ZUH) to Chengdu (Shuangliu) flights · Guangzhou (Huadu) (CAN) to Chengdu (Shuangliu) flights
Airports within 200 miles of SZX with service to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport.
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Travel Essentials
Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
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Shenzhen.
SZX: CST · CTU: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Shenzhen, it's 6:00 PM in Chengdu (Shuangliu).
SZX: CST · CTU: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Shenzhen, it's 6:00 PM in Chengdu (Shuangliu).
Distance & Flight Time
818 mi / 1,316 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 4m to 2h 50m.
Getting to SZX
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.
Facts
SZX–CTU Quick Facts
Key statistics for the Shenzhen to Chengdu (Shuangliu) route.
Route details
Distance818 mi / 1,316 km
Flight time2h 4m to 2h 50m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)4
Weekly flights298 out / 298 return
1-stop connections60 hubs
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about SZX to CTU flights.
Nonstop flights from Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport take approximately 2h 4m to 2h 50m. 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 SZX to CTU. The return direction has about 298 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through CAN, DZH, BZX, FOC, ZHA, LUM, YNT, INC, DNH, CKG, XNN, NNG, DLC, TYN, XIC, LJG, WUH, JHG, DLU, TNA, DWC, CGO, SYX, HFE, KMG, LYI, NTG, WUX, HAK, SJW, YIH, NGB, CZX, YCU, YTY, WNZ, HGH, NKG, TAO, HYN, SHA, ANC, PVG, PEK, TSN, SHE, KHN, PKX, HET, LHW, HRB, URC, CDG, JNH, FUG, FRA, LZY, CGQ, KHG and BUD. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Yes, return flights from CTU to SZX are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
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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 on the 1,500 km sector. Westbound flights to Chengdu are slightly longer due to prevailing headwinds. Most departures use A320 or 737-800 family aircraft. Some peak-demand flights use A321 or 737 MAX equipment.
Most flights now operate to Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU), which opened in 2021 and handles the majority of domestic traffic. Some flights still use the older Chengdu Shuangliu Airport (CTU). Airline allocation between the two airports shifts periodically. Check your booking carefully to confirm which Chengdu airport your flight uses. TFU is about 50 km southeast of central Chengdu, reachable by Metro Line 18.
Shenzhen Airlines (a subsidiary of Air China) operates 5 to 8 daily nonstops. China Southern runs 3 to 5 daily departures. Sichuan Airlines adds 3 to 4 daily flights. Air China, Hainan Airlines, and China Eastern each contribute 1 to 3 daily frequencies. Total daily departures regularly exceed 15 in each direction. This is one of China's busiest inter-regional domestic routes.
High-speed rail connects Shenzhen to Chengdu but the journey takes about 7 to 8 hours with a transfer, typically through Guangzhou or Changsha. There is no single direct high-speed train. Flying saves 4 to 5 hours of travel time. Rail makes more sense for intermediate destinations along the route or for travelers who prefer to avoid airports.
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.