How do I get from Chengdu airport to city center?

Getting from Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU) to city center is easy:

🚇 Metro (Recommended - Cheapest & Reliable)
1. Take Line 18 directly from the airport to Tianfu Square in city center
2. Time: About 40-45 minutes
3. Cost: About 10 RMB ($1.40 USD)
4. Frequency: Every 5-10 minutes
5. Hours: 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM
6. The station is directly connected to the airport terminal - just follow the signs

🚕 Taxi/Ride-hailing
1. Cost: About 150-200 RMB ($21-28 USD)
2. Time: 40-60 minutes depending on traffic
3. DiDi app works in English and is easy to use
4. Official taxis are at the stand outside arrivals

🚌 Airport Bus
1. Multiple routes go to different parts of the city
2. Cost: About 20-30 RMB ($3-4 USD)
3. Time: 60-90 minutes depending on traffic and route
4. Good if you're going to a destination not on the metro line

Which option is best:
- Most travelers: Metro is best - it's cheap, avoids traffic, and drops you right in the center
- Lots of luggage: Taxi is more convenient
- On a budget: Airport bus is cheapest after metro

Note: The old airport (Shuangliu) is closer but most international flights now use Tianfu. Check which airport your flight arrives at!