Chengdu Tianfu International Airport to Chengdu — Transport Guide 2026
Chengdu Tianfu (TFU, opened 2021) is 50 km southeast of central Chengdu. Metro Line 18 direct to Chengdu South Station (CNY 6-8, 40 min). Old Shuangliu Airport (CTU) is 15 km west + still serves some domestic flights.
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Last updated: 2026-07
Cheapest
Metro Line 18 (~$1)
Fastest
Metro Line 18 — 40 min
Every transport option compared
Metro Line 18 (Airport Express)
metro · Best for: Fastest + cheapest
Cost
CNY 6-8 (~$1)
Time
40 min to Chengdu South Station
Frequency
Every 8-15 min · 06:30-22:30
Official taxi
taxi · Best for: Direct + luggage
Cost
CNY 130-180 (~$18-25)
Time
50-80 min
Frequency
On-demand
Airport Shuttle to Chunxi Road
bus · Best for: Direct to shopping district
Cost
CNY 30
Time
75-90 min
Frequency
Every 30 min
DiDi
ride share · Best for: App-based · Chinese phone required
Cost
CNY 100-160
Time
50-80 min
Frequency
On-demand
Pre-book a fixed-price transfer
No queues, no scam risk. Driver meets you inside arrivals with your name. Price locked before you fly.
Getting out of Chengdu (TFU)
Skip the taxi rank and lock in your fare before you land.
Pre-book a fixed-price transfer
Our pickDriver waits at arrivals with your name, tracks your flight, and the price you see is the price you pay. English-speaking, fixed price. No surge, no haggling at 2am.
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Frequently asked
How far is Chengdu Tianfu International Airport from Chengdu?
Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU) is 50 km from Chengdu city centre.
What is the cheapest way from TFU to Chengdu?
Metro Line 18 (~$1)
What is the fastest way from TFU to Chengdu?
Metro Line 18 — 40 min