Chengdu Shuangliu Airport (CTU)

Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport, opened on 12 December 1938, is one of the most important and oldest airports in China, serving the city of Chengdu, the capital of Sichuan province. It operates numerous domestic flights across the country.

Official Website: cdairport.com

Number of terminals - 2 - Terminal 1 and Terminal 2. Open 24 hours a day and connected by a free shuttle bus operating between 6:00 am and 0:00 am.

Annual passenger traffic: 32.4 million passengers passed through in 2024.

Tel: +86 28 8520 5555

Information desks next to Gate 5 and Hall 1 in Terminal 1, and next to Gate 11, Corridor DE, and Exits 4 and 5 in Terminal 2.

 Location

The airport is located in the Shuangliu District, 16 km (10 miles) southwest of Chengdu city centre.

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Car rental agencies

Within the airport premises, you will find Avis (Tel +86 400 001 3600) and Hertz (Tel +86 28 8561 1131) offices, which operate 24 hours a day. However, it is important to note that you need a Chinese driving licence to rent a car in this country. For this reason, many companies offer car rentals with a Chinese driver.

Parking services at Chengdu Shuangliu Airport (CTU)

Currently, parking spaces are only available in front of Terminal 2. The first 30 minutes are free of charge. Tyre inflation and replacement services are available. Payment can be made in cash or online via WeChat, Alipay, or ETC. More information: Tel +86 28 8520 5901 / 5684. Rates

Facilities for passengers with special needs

Passengers requiring special assistance or wheelchairs should inform their airline about their specific needs before travelling or contact Tel +86 28 8520 5555. The terminals are equipped with lifts and ramps, adapted toilets, and accessible telephones. Special passengers (elderly, ill, disabled, and pregnant women) can also go through security checks via dedicated lanes.