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Jinsha Site Museum
Modern museum displaying bronzes, gold artifacts, and jades from the ancient Shu civilization discovered at the nearby Jinsha site.
Flights from Guangzhou to Chengdu depart on average 26 times per day, taking around 3h 8m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at €65 if you book in advance.
There are 14 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 06:00, the last at 23:25. The fastest flight covers the 769 miles (1238 km) distance in 1h 55m. October is the cheapest month to fly.
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Flights from Guangzhou to Chengdu with China Southern, Sichuan Airlines, and Hainan Airlines. Flights with a stop available on this route with China Southern, Sichuan Airlines, and Air China. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.
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Modern museum displaying bronzes, gold artifacts, and jades from the ancient Shu civilization discovered at the nearby Jinsha site.
Museum at the famous Du Fu Thatched Cottage, presenting the poet's life, manuscripts, gardens, and architecture tied to Tang poetry.
Major provincial museum with archaeological finds, ceramics, Buddhist art, and rotating exhibitions that give a strong overview of Sichuan history.
Restored old streets with Qing-style buildings, courtyards, crafts, and performances, popular for strolling and a quick feel of old Chengdu.
Historic pedestrian quarter near Wuhou Shrine, lined with traditional facades, lanterns, and souvenir shops for an easy evening walk.
Revitalized riverside cultural area with galleries, design shops, bridges, and night views, blending historic lanes with newer creative spaces.
Fiery Sichuan hotpot simmered with beef tallow, chilies and Sichuan pepper. A social Chengdu classic known for numbing heat and rich dipping sauces.
Mapo tofu combines soft tofu with minced beef, doubanjiang and Sichuan pepper. It is one of Chengdu’s signature dishes, famous for ma-la heat.
Dan dan noodles are wheat noodles with a savory sauce of minced pork, chili oil, preserved vegetables and sesame. A classic Chengdu street-style bowl.
Popular hotpot venue serving traditional Sichuan broths, offal and meats in a bustling, no-frills atmosphere favored by locals.
Historic casual eatery known for classic Sichuan small dishes and snacks in a lively traditional setting near central Chengdu.
Long-running local chain specializing in Zhong dumplings, noodles and Chengdu snacks. Busy, simple and reliable for traditional flavors.
Budget-friendly for tourists: metro and buses are cheap, local meals cost little, and many hotels are cheaper than in Beijing or Shanghai.
Tipping is generally not expected in Chengdu. Restaurants, taxis, and cafes usually do not require tips, though upscale hotels may add service charges.
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Chengdu Tianfu International Airport -> Tianfu Square, Chengdu
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Most Guangzhou to Chengdu flights use the Guangzhou to Chengdu airport pair. Use this guide to compare Guangzhou and Chengdu airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Guangzhou is 1 km from Guangzhou city centre. Public transport options include:
Guangzhou has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, and Car Rental.
Food options include: Various restaurants are available, including Chinese and Western options, mainly located in the departure and arrival halls.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located throughout the airport, offering services from major banks.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Guangzhou: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Guangzhou: Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Guangzhou: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotels are available within walking distance, such as Pullman Guangzhou Baiyun Airport Hotel..
Chengdu is 14 km from Chengdu city centre. Public transport options include:
Chengdu has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, and Car Rental.
Food options include: Various restaurants are available, including Chinese and Western options, located in both the domestic and intertiol terminals.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in both domestic and intertiol terminals, offering multiple currency options.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Chengdu: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Chengdu: Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Chengdu: Ramps, toilets.
Nearby hotels include Hotels are available within walking distance, including the Chengdu Airport Hotel..
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