Vienna to Chengdu (Jianyang) (VIE–TFU) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
VIE–TFU is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Hainan Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 4,602 miles in approximately 11h 20m. Beyond nonstop, 13 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HU Hainan Airlines | 3 | 789 | 11h20 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
VIE: CEST · TFU: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Vienna, it's 12:00 AM (next day) in Chengdu (Jianyang).
Austrian passport holders enter China visa-free for stays of up to 30 days. This unilateral policy covers tourism, business, family visits, and transit. It runs through December 31, 2026. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry.
The 30-day count starts the day after entry. Leaving for Hong Kong, Macau, or a neighboring country and returning does not reset the clock. For stays longer than 30 days, apply for a standard visa at a Chinese embassy before travel.
The City Airport Train (CAT) runs non-stop between Wien Mitte station and VIE in 16 minutes (€14.90 one-way, €24.90 return). The S7 commuter rail covers the same route with stops in 30–35 minutes for €4.20.Taxis are metered but expensive; expect €35–45 from the city center. Uber and ride-shares cost €25–35. Parking at VIE runs €8–14/day in the remote lot with shuttle.
Follow signs to the Metro Line 18 station inside the terminal. The express service reaches Chengdu South Railway Station in 35 minutes (CNY 10), where you can transfer to Lines 1, 7, or 18 local stops for the rest of the city. To reach Tianfu Square, transfer at Century City and take Line 1 north (total about CNY 30, 55-65 minutes).
Airport buses depart from the ground transport center outside arrivals. Line 1 to Chunxi Road takes 60-80 minutes (CNY 15 daytime, CNY 25 after 23:30). Taxis queue at the designated rank and use meters; budget CNY 180-260 to central Chengdu. DiDi pickup is on the east side of arrivals and runs cheaper than taxis at CNY 90-130 to city center destinations.
Chengdu sits in the Sichuan Basin with a humid subtropical climate. Summers (June-September) hit 22-29 degrees C with heavy monsoon rain. Half the annual 1000mm of rainfall lands in these four months, arriving as afternoon thunderstorms. Winters (December-February) average 3-8 degrees C and stay overcast. Frost is rare but the persistent cloud cover and dampness make it feel colder than the numbers suggest.
Chengdu is one of the cloudiest cities in China with roughly 200 overcast days per year and only 1000 hours of annual sunshine. Spring warms unevenly with cold snaps into April. Autumn (late September-November) is the most comfortable stretch with clear-ish skies and mild temperatures. Pack layers and rain gear regardless of season; an umbrella earns its place year-round here.
VIE–TFU Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from VIE to TFU
Vienna International Airport (VIE) and Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU) are connected by nonstop service from Hainan Airlines. With 3 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
VIE to TFU Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from VIE to TFU ranges from 11 hours 20 minutes. The route covers a distance of 4,602 miles (7,406 km). There are approximately 3 weekly flights outbound and 3 return, totaling 6 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
13 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 15 hours via IST. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.