Chengdu (Jianyang) to Changsha (Changsha) (TFU–CSX) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
TFU–CSX is served by 5 airlines with nonstop service. China Southern Airlines, Empresa Ecuatoriana De Aviación and Air Travel lead the route. The flight covers 549 miles in approximately 1h 50m. Beyond nonstop, 77 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CZ China Southern Airlines Also: 3U | 28 | 320, 321, 32N | 1h55-2h05 | – | SkyTeam | 3U |
| EU Empresa Ecuatoriana De Aviación Also: 3U | 11 | 320 | 1h50-2h05 | – | – | 3U |
| A6 Air Travel | 7 | 319 | 1h50 | – | – | – |
| CA Air China Also: ZH | 7 | 321 | 1h55 | – | Star Alliance | ZH |
| MF Xiamen Air Also: 3U | 7 | 738 | 2h05 | – | – | 3U |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Changsha (Changsha) from Chengdu (Jianyang)
| Metric | TFU→CSX | CTU→CSX | MIG→CSX |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from TFU | – | 34 mi | 79 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 5 | 3 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 88 | 42 | 7 |
| Flight time | 1h 50m | 1h 50m | 1h 40m |
Travel Essentials
TFU: CST · CSX: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Chengdu (Jianyang), it's 6:00 PM in Changsha (Changsha).
Metro Line 18 is the fastest and cheapest way out. The express service skips intermediate stops and reaches TFU from Chengdu South Railway Station in 35 minutes (CNY 10). The all-stop service takes 50 minutes for the same fare. From Tianfu Square, expect a transfer and a total of about CNY 30. Trains run from 6:00 to 23:00.
Airport buses cover five routes including Chunxi Road (Line 1), Jinsha Bus Hub (Line 2), and Chengdu East Railway Station (Line 4). Day fare is a flat CNY 15; night service (23:30 to 6:00) costs CNY 25. Lines 1, 2, and 3 run 24 hours. Taxis from Tianfu Square cost CNY 180-260 during the day and take 45-60 minutes via the expressway. DiDi ride-hail runs CNY 90-130 from pickup lanes on the east side of the arrivals hall.
Metro Line 6 runs directly from the terminal to the city centre and Changsha South Station (high-speed rail) in about 50 minutes for CNY 8–10. Taxis and DiDi queue outside arrivals; fares to downtown are CNY 80–130. Airport buses serve multiple city zones for CNY 20.Changsha South Station connects to a dense high-speed rail network; Guangzhou, Wuhan, and Beijing are within 3–4 hours. All major rental car brands maintain airport desks.
Humid subtropical climate. Summers (June–August) are hot and very humid at 30–36°C with heavy monsoon rainfall and regular thunderstorms causing delays. Winters (December–February) are cool and damp at 3–10°C. Changsha sees occasional light snow and ice that can disrupt ground operations despite mild temperatures.
Spring is rainy and overcast; autumn (September–October) is the most comfortable season. High humidity is a constant factor from May through September. Pack light, breathable clothing.
TFU–CSX Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from TFU to CSX
Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU) and Changsha Huanghua International Airport (CSX) are connected by nonstop service from Air Travel, Air China, China Southern Airlines, Empresa Ecuatoriana De Aviación and Xiamen Air. With 88 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
TFU to CSX Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from TFU to CSX ranges from 1 hours 50 minutes to 2 hours 10 minutes. The route covers a distance of 549 miles (884 km). There are approximately 88 weekly flights outbound and 95 return, totaling 183 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
77 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via WUH. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Chengdu (Shuangliu) (CTU), Mianyang (Fucheng) (MIG) and Yibin (Cuiping) (YBP).