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Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport

Chengdu, China · Asia-Pacific

Solid domestic hub with good metro access but limited international facilities and competition from newer TFU airport.

Airportist Score

6.8/ 10

Passengers

~30M (declining share post-TFU)

Security

25 min

12 photos

Wide exterior view of Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport Terminal 1 with its curved roofline, glass facade, and forecourt in front. — Photo: 董辰兴
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Street-level view outside Terminal 2 showing the terminal facade, entrance canopy, and vehicles in the drop-off area. — Photo: AlexHe34
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Rows of airline check-in counters with signage and queuing lanes inside Terminal 2's departure hall. — Photo: AlexHe34
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Spacious Terminal 2 waiting hall with departure gates, seating areas, and passengers beneath a high ceiling. — Photo: Tyg728
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Airside Concourse C with gate holdrooms, moving walkways, and large windows overlooking the apron. — Photo: AlexHe34
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Ground transportation interchange on the B2 level of Terminal 2 with directional signs for metro, rail, taxis, and buses. — Photo: MNXANL
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Landside security checkpoint inside Terminal 2 where passengers and bags are screened before entering the integrated metro and railway area. — Photo: MNXANL
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Indoor walkway in the airport metro station with signs pointing toward Shuangliu Airport Railway Station. — Photo: Asuracd
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Chengdu Metro Line 10 platform at Shuangliu International Airport Station with tracks, platform screen doors, and departure displays. — Photo: Asuracd
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A CRH high-speed train stopped at Shuangliu Airport Railway Station platform beside platform markings and overhead signage. — Photo: MNXANL
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Terminal 2 baggage claim hall with carousels, flight information screens, and arriving passengers collecting luggage. — Photo: MNXANL
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International departure concourse in Terminal 1 with gate seating, retail counters, and large windows separating it from the main terminal. — Photo: MNXANL
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Most important tips

Know before you go

A compact traveler cheat sheet for timing, terminals, food, and disruption checks.

Timing

Arrive 2 hours early for domestic

Security and boarding can queue quickly during peaks.

International flights need extra time for immigration.

Terminal

Check T2 for most international

T1 handles Sichuan Airlines domestic; T2 has Air China and international gates.

Free shuttle runs between terminals every 10-15 min.

Food

Eat before security in T2

Limited hot options airside; landside has more variety including local Sichuan dishes.

Duty-free and convenience stores dominate post-security.

Status

Star Alliance Gold gets lounge access

Primarily on qualifying flights; confirm with airline for domestic itineraries.

Priority Pass works at select independent lounges.

Live airport status

Current operations

Guide quick facts

Pulled from the editorial markdown guide for CTU.

Updated Jul 10, 2026

2 terminals (T1 mostly domestic, T2 mixed)
Hub for Air China and Sichuan Airlines
Primarily domestic flights with some international
Metro Line 10 direct to city center
Note: Many flights shifted to new Tianfu (TFU) airport
Free terminal shuttle between T1 and T2

5 official sources

Airportist Score Breakdown

Comfort6.5

Navigation7.0

Food6.2

Transport7.8

Disruption resilience6.5

Key Stats

Annual passengers

~30M (declining share post-TFU)

Terminals

2 active

On-time departures

75%

Avg security

25 min

Best For

Domestic connectionsMetro access to cityStar Alliance lounge access

Watch Out For

Crowded security peaksLimited airside diningShift of flights to TFU

Nearby airports

Other airports within about 150 km.

Most important tips

Know before you go

A compact traveler cheat sheet for timing, terminals, food, and disruption checks.

Timing

Arrive 2 hours early for domestic

Security and boarding can queue quickly during peaks.

International flights need extra time for immigration.

Terminal

Check T2 for most international

T1 handles Sichuan Airlines domestic; T2 has Air China and international gates.

Free shuttle runs between terminals every 10-15 min.

Food

Eat before security in T2

Limited hot options airside; landside has more variety including local Sichuan dishes.

Duty-free and convenience stores dominate post-security.

Status

Star Alliance Gold gets lounge access

Primarily on qualifying flights; confirm with airline for domestic itineraries.

Priority Pass works at select independent lounges.

Live airport status

Current operations

Guide quick facts

Pulled from the editorial markdown guide for CTU.

Updated Jul 10, 2026

2 terminals (T1 mostly domestic, T2 mixed)
Hub for Air China and Sichuan Airlines
Primarily domestic flights with some international
Metro Line 10 direct to city center
Note: Many flights shifted to new Tianfu (TFU) airport
Free terminal shuttle between T1 and T2

5 official sources

Airportist Score Breakdown

Comfort6.5

Navigation7.0

Food6.2

Transport7.8

Disruption resilience6.5

Key Stats

Annual passengers

~30M (declining share post-TFU)

Terminals

2 active

On-time departures

75%

Avg security

25 min

Best For

Domestic connectionsMetro access to cityStar Alliance lounge access

Watch Out For

Crowded security peaksLimited airside diningShift of flights to TFU