✈️ Getting from Chengdu Tianfu International Airport to City Centre — Your Budget-Friendly Guide 🚇🚌

If you’re flying into Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU), don’t let the distance (50+ km to downtown Chengdu) scare you into hailing a costly taxi (~¥200+). Here are smarter, cheaper alternatives to reach the city:

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🚇 Option 1: Chengdu Metro (Subway)

Two main metro lines connect Tianfu Airport to downtown Chengdu:
• Line 18: Tianfu Airport North ⇄ Chengdu South Railway Station
• Line 19: Tianfu Airport North ⇄ Shuangliu Airport

✅ Both lines have Regular & Express trains
⚡ Express skips more stations, so it’s faster
📍Be mindful of the departure platform and merged stations — signage is available at the airport
📲 Check real-time info on the Chengdu Metro App

Pro Tip: If staying near the airport for a night, take a cab to Tianfu Airport North metro station (it’s the starting point and less crowded than the airport terminal station).

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🚌 Option 2: Airport Shuttle Buses (机场大巴)

There are 5 routes, all costing only ¥15/pax (2330 a 0600hrs is ¥25/pax)
1. 春熙路 Chunxi Road
2. 金沙遗址 Jinsha Site Museum
3. 动物园 Chengdu Zoo (near Panda Base)
4. 成都东站 Chengdu East Railway Station
5. 双流机场 Shuangliu Airport

🚏 Easy to find – just follow the airport signage for shuttle buses
🧳 Ideal if you want minimal transfers
🚌 City routes may get caught in rush hour, so factor in traffic delays. Chengdu jams can be bad …

💡Extra Hack: From Chunxi Road (at IFS mall beneath the giant panda), you can hop on the direct shuttle bus back to Tianfu Airport in just 40 minutes – no transfers!

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🚄 Option 3: High-Speed Rail

You can also take the high-speed train from Tianfu to Chengdu East Railway Station (~30 mins).
Transfer to Metro Line 2 or Line 7 to reach your destination.
🚉 Signs are clear – just follow the directions to the train platform.

Other notes:

🍜 Food & Amenities:
• There are local Chengdu snacks available even inside the terminal—yes, you can have your noodles before you even leave the airport!
• Free WiFi, power outlets at many seats, and plenty of restrooms.

📸 Whether you’re arriving or departing, the architecture is Insta-worthy with panoramic views and a spacious, airy interior.

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