Chengdu (Jianyang) to Sepang (TFU–KUL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
TFU–KUL is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. Sichuan Airlines, Malaysia Airlines and Batik Air Malaysia lead the route. The flight covers 1,913 miles in approximately 4h 40m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3U Sichuan Airlines | 14 | 320, 321 | 4h40 | – | – | – |
| MH Malaysia Airlines | 7 | 7M8 | 5h05 | – | Oneworld | – |
| OD Batik Air Malaysia | 7 | 7M8 | 4h30 | – | – | – |
| D7 AirAsia X | 2 | – | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Sepang from Chengdu (Jianyang)
| Metric | TFU→KUL | CKG→KUL |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from TFU | – | 139 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 4 | 4 |
| Weekly flights | 28 | 29 |
| Flight time | 4h 40m | 4h 8m |
Travel Essentials
TFU: CST · KUL: +08
When it's 6:00 PM in Chengdu (Jianyang), it's 6:00 PM in Sepang.
Chinese passport holders enter Malaysia visa-free for up to 30 days per visit under a bilateral agreement effective since July 2025. The cumulative stay must not exceed 90 days within any 180-day period. Permitted purposes include tourism, business, and family visits. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry. Employment and study still require a visa obtained in advance.
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.
KLIA Ekspres to KL Sentral takes 28 minutes (RM55). KLIA Transit is slower but cheaper if you're stopping at intermediate stations. Both depart from the basement of the main terminal. KLIA2 (AirAsia) has its own station on the same line.
Taxis from KLIA to central KL cost RM70–100 using the fixed-rate coupon system at the taxi counter (avoid unlicensed touts). Grab is available and typically cheaper. Long-distance buses connect to Singapore and other Malaysian cities from both KLIA and KLIA2.
Equatorial rainforest climate, hot (28–34°C) and humid year-round with no true dry season. Rain can fall any month, though two monsoon seasons (Northeast: November–March; Southwest: May–September) bring heavier precipitation. Afternoon thunderstorms are frequent year-round and cause the most common flight delays.
Haze from Indonesian forest fires is a recurring issue August–October and occasionally reduces visibility enough to affect operations. Unlike typhoon zones farther north, KUL is not at direct tropical cyclone risk. Operations are generally consistent year-round.
TFU–KUL Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from TFU to KUL
Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU) and Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) are connected by nonstop service from Sichuan Airlines, Malaysia Airlines, Batik Air Malaysia and AirAsia X. With 28 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
TFU to KUL Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from TFU to KUL is about 4 hours 40 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,913 miles (3,079 km). There are approximately 28 weekly flights outbound and 12 return, totaling 40 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Phuket, Suvarnabhumi and Kunming Changshui. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Chongqing (CKG).