Is three days enough for a first business trip to Chengdu?

Yes for a focused trip: one day of meetings, one day of park/site visits, and a half-day buffer plus optional bleisure. We provide a template you can adapt.

Which airport should I fly into?

Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU) for most long-haul routes; Shuangliu (CTU) also serves many domestic and regional flights.

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How to Plan a 3-Day Business Visit to Chengdu

A practical 3-day itinerary template for a productive business visit to Chengdu — meetings, park tours, logistics and a little bleisure.

TianfuHub Research Desk · Editorial & Research Team · Chengdu Tianfu New Area Hedge Fund Association

Published: February 10, 2026 Last updated: May 28, 2026

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Chengdu Tianfu International Airport official information

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A 3-day template

Day 1 — Meetings

Morning arrival, hotel check-in near the CBD, afternoon partner and association meetings. Keep the first evening light to adjust.

Day 2 — Site & park visits

Visit one or two industrial parks relevant to your sector, with an interpreter.

Day 3 — Follow-ups + bleisure

Morning follow-up meetings; afternoon optional cultural/leisure time before departure.

Logistics checklist

Visa and invitation letter
Interpreter booking (see our interpreter guide)
WeChat / Alipay set up before arrival (see our payments guide)

Who this is for

Designed for first-time visitors from Middle Eastern, European and Asian SMEs.

Frequently asked questions

Is three days enough for a first business trip to Chengdu?: Yes for a focused trip: one day of meetings, one day of park/site visits, and a half-day buffer plus optional bleisure. We provide a template you can adapt.
Which airport should I fly into?: Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU) for most long-haul routes; Shuangliu (CTU) also serves many domestic and regional flights.