Chengdu (Jianyang) to Singapore (TFU–SIN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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TFU–SIN is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. Singapore Airlines, Sichuan Airlines and Air China lead the route. The flight covers 2,001 miles in approximately 5h. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SQ Singapore Airlines Also: VA | 14 | 32Q, 787 | 4h50-5h | – | – | VA |
| 3U Sichuan Airlines Also: CZ | 7 | 320 | 5h05 | – | – | CZ |
| CA Air China | 7 | 32Q | 5h | – | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Singapore from Chengdu (Jianyang)
| Metric | TFU→SIN | CTU→SIN | CKG→SIN |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from TFU | – | 34 mi | 139 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 1 | 6 |
| Weekly flights | 49 | 7 | 55 |
| Flight time | 5h | 5h 10m | 4h 40m |
Travel Essentials
TFU: CST · SIN: +08
When it's 6:00 PM in Chengdu (Jianyang), it's 6:00 PM in Singapore.
Chinese passport holders enter Singapore visa-free for up to 30 days under a mutual exemption agreement effective since February 2024. An SG Arrival Card must be submitted online within 3 days before arrival. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the date of entry. Proof of onward travel and sufficient funds may be requested at immigration.
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.
MRT from T1/T2/T3 to City Hall takes about 30 minutes (S$2.20–2.50 with EZ-Link card). Trains run from 5:31am to midnight. For Terminal 4, take the free inter-terminal shuttle bus to T2 first.
Taxis from arrivals cost S$20–35 to Orchard or Marina Bay, including airport surcharge (S$5) and possible peak surcharges. Grab is cheaper and very reliable in Singapore. Coach buses serve Johor Bahru (Malaysia) from the airport.
Equatorial climate with no true seasons, hot (26–33°C) and humid year-round. Changi is one of the most reliable airports in Asia for flight operations: thunderstorm cells are intense but brief, typically clearing within 1–2 hours. Most delays are weather-related and short.
Northeast monsoon (November–January) brings the most consistent rain, sometimes for days at a time. Haze from Indonesian forest fires (typically August–October) occasionally reduces visibility and triggers air quality warnings, but rarely grounds flights. Changi's operational efficiency means it handles weather disruptions better than most airports its size.
TFU–SIN Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from TFU to SIN
Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU) and Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) are connected by nonstop service from Singapore Airlines, Sichuan Airlines and Air China. With 49 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
TFU to SIN Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from TFU to SIN is about 5 hours gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 2,001 miles (3,221 km). There are approximately 49 weekly flights outbound and 49 return, totaling 98 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Suvarnabhumi, Kunming Changshui and Kuala Lumpur. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Chengdu (Shuangliu) (CTU) and Chongqing (CKG).