Chengdu Tianfu International Airport

ZUTF / TFU

Chengdu (Jianyang), CN

Last Updated
Apr 23, 05:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Aging 1 hour ago
05:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
26°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 11°C
4 kt
Variable
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1011 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR ZUTF 230500Z VRB02MPS 9999 FEW050 26/11 Q1011 NOSIG

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,440 ft
FEW 5,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
5,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,440 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Chengdu Tianfu International Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 5,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility. Note: This observation is 1 hours old and conditions may have changed.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the variable directions at 4 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 5,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 26°C (79°F) with a dewpoint of 11°C, indicating relatively dry conditions.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

QNH
1011 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
963 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (1,440 ft)
Pressure Alt
1,508 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 3,174 ft
ISA Deviation: +13.9°C

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
UTF
01
19
02
20
11
29

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
01/19 13,123 ft 197 ft CON No wind data
02/20 10,499 ft 148 ft CON No wind data
11/29 12,467 ft 148 ft CON No wind data
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - ZUTF

5,026 observations | Sep 2025 - Apr 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
51.7%
MVFR
32.3%
IFR
14.6%
LIFR
1.4%

Chengdu Tianfu International Airport is frequently affected by reduced visibility conditions, with VFR weather only 51.7% of the time and IFR/LIFR conditions occurring in 16% of observations. Temperature extremes range from -2°C to 34°C, reflecting significant seasonal variation. The best months for VFR flying are April, March, September.

Temperature Range

Average: 14°C
Range: -2°C to 34°C
-2°C 34°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 2.5%

Best Months for VFR

April March September

Statistics computed from 5,026 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Apr 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Chengdu Tianfu International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: ZUTF
IATA Code: TFU
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,440 ft MSL

Location

City: Chengdu (Jianyang)
Country: CN
Latitude: 30.312520°
Longitude: 104.441284°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-7

Runway Information

Runway 01/19
Length: 13,123 ft
Width: 197 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No
Runway 02/20
Length: 10,499 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No
Runway 11/29
Length: 12,467 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: CON
ILS: No

About Chengdu Tianfu International Airport

Overview

Chengdu Tianfu International Airport serves the major metropolitan area of Chengdu in Sichuan Province, China. Located at an elevation of 1,440 feet MSL near the city of Jianyang, this large airport provides critical air transportation infrastructure for the region. The airport features three substantial concrete runways capable of handling significant commercial and cargo operations.

Flying Conditions

Situated at 30.312520N latitude, the airport experiences typical inland basin weather patterns characteristic of the Sichuan region. Pilots should anticipate potential seasonal variations in visibility and wind conditions due to the airport's proximity to mountainous terrain. The airport's substantial runway lengths (13,123ft, 10,499ft, and 12,467ft) provide excellent operational flexibility across diverse meteorological conditions.

Notable Features

The airport's geographic positioning in the Chengdu Basin presents unique terrain considerations for aviators. With coordinates at 104.441284E, the airport is surrounded by varied elevation profiles that can influence wind patterns and approach dynamics. The three parallel and intersecting runways (01/19, 02/20, and 11/29) offer multiple landing and takeoff options based on wind direction and air traffic management requirements.

Approach Considerations

Runway orientation suggests multiple approach vectors are possible, with runway lengths accommodating diverse aircraft types and operational needs. The concrete runway surfaces provide consistent braking characteristics across all three runways. Pilots should conduct standard terrain and wind assessments when planning approaches, leveraging the airport's substantial runway infrastructure.

Data Sources & Accuracy: Airport information sourced from OurAirports.com, a collaborative database of worldwide airport data. Weather data from official aviation weather services including NOAA Aviation Weather Center and international METAR/TAF providers. Information is updated regularly but pilots should always verify current conditions and NOTAMs through official channels before flight operations.

Official Data Sources

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NOTAMs FAA NOTAM System • ICAO NOTAM Distribution
Last updated: Jan 1, 1970 12:00 AM UTC

Disclaimer: Data is provided for informational purposes only. Pilots must verify all information through official sources before flight operations. Weather conditions change rapidly; always obtain a current briefing from approved weather services.