China Southern's first class offers cocoon-style seats that turn into fully flat beds with extra privacy.
China Southern's SkyTV offers movies, games, and free Wi-Fi on many routes.
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Aug 2 — Aug 91
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Popular in | December |
|---|---|
Cheapest in | March |
Average price | $1,887 |
Round-trip from | $990 |
One-way from | $513 |
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Tue 10/289:30 pmJFK - CTU
2 stops50h 25mChina Eastern
Sun 11/162:35 pmCTU - JFK
2 stops45h 01mChina Eastern
Deal found 7/26$978
Thu 9/252:10 pmEWR - CTU
2 stops31h 45mAir China
Mon 10/1312:40 pmCTU - EWR
2 stops37h 45mAir China
Deal found 7/28$1,008
Wed 10/12:05 amJFK - CTU
1 stop21h 20mAir China
Mon 10/2010:00 amCTU - JFK
1 stop25h 05mAir China
Deal found 7/27$1,142
Thu 9/116:20 pmJFK - CTU
2 stops33h 20mMultiple Airlines
Thu 9/1810:00 pmCTU - JFK
3 stops35h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/28$1,145
Sat 9/271:29 pmLGA - CTU
3 stops43h 36mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/171:45 pmCTU - LGA
3 stops35h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/26$1,252
Fri 9/196:20 pmEWR - CTU
2 stops29h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/125:00 pmCTU - EWR
3 stops29h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/25$1,261
Tue 9/166:20 pmEWR - CTU
2 stops40h 15mAir Canada
Thu 10/1610:00 amCTU - EWR
2 stops42h 59mAir Canada
Deal found 7/26$1,402
Mon 9/159:30 pmLGA - CTU
3 stops35h 15mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/297:15 amCTU - LGA
3 stops28h 28mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/27$1,714
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JFK - CTU
JFKCTU
New York John F Kennedy Intl
Tue 10/28
9:30 pm-7:15 pm
2 stops57h 45m
Chengdu
Mon 11/17
2:35 pm-10:36 pm
2 stops45h 01m
$978
NewarkChengdu
EWR - CTU
EWRCTU
Newark
Thu 9/25
2:10 pm-9:55 am
2 stops31h 45m
Chengdu
Mon 10/13
12:40 pm-2:25 pm
2 stops37h 45m
$1,008
New YorkChengdu
JFK - CTU
JFKCTU
New York John F Kennedy Intl
Wed 10/1
2:05 am-11:25 am
1 stop21h 20m
Chengdu
Mon 10/20
10:00 am-11:05 pm
1 stop25h 05m
$1,142
New YorkChengdu
JFK - CTU
JFKCTU
New York John F Kennedy Intl
Thu 9/11
6:20 pm-3:40 pm
2 stops33h 20m
Chengdu
Thu 9/18
10:00 pm-9:45 pm
3 stops35h 45m
$1,145
New YorkChengdu
LGA - CTU
LGACTU
New York LaGuardia
Sat 9/27
1:29 pm-9:05 pm
3 stops43h 36m
Chengdu
Mon 11/17
1:45 pm-12:30 pm
3 stops35h 45m
$1,252
NewarkChengdu
EWR - CTU
EWRCTU
Newark
Fri 9/19
6:20 pm-11:45 am
2 stops29h 25m
Chengdu
Sun 10/12
5:00 pm-10:00 am
3 stops29h 00m
$1,261
NewarkChengdu
EWR - CTU
EWRCTU
Newark
Tue 9/16
6:20 pm-10:35 pm
2 stops40h 15m
Chengdu
Thu 10/16
10:00 am-4:59 pm
2 stops42h 59m
$1,402
New YorkChengdu
LGA - CTU
LGACTU
New York LaGuardia
Mon 9/15
9:30 pm-8:45 pm
3 stops35h 15m
Chengdu
Mon 9/29
7:15 am-11:43 pm
3 stops28h 28m
$1,714
New YorkChengdu
JFK - CTU
JFKCTU
New York John F Kennedy Intl
Tue 8/26
11:30 am-2:35 pm
2 stops39h 05m
$513
NewarkChengdu
EWR - CTU
EWRCTU
Newark
Tue 9/2
11:00 pm-8:40 pm
2 stops57h 40m
$542
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Airlines
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China Southern
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China Eastern
China Eastern's staggered mini-suites offer privacy with individual doors on Boeing 787 and Airbus A350.
China Eastern's Premium Economy offers larger recliner seats and leg rests on A350 and 787 flights.
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Asiana Airlines
Asiana's Business Suite on A380 offers 25”-wide seats converting to 81” beds with 32” screens.
Asiana's Economy Smartium on A350 offers 36” seat pitch and extra legroom in select rows.
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United Airlines
United's Polaris Business Class offers lie-flat seats, Saks Fifth Avenue bedding, and priority check-in.
United's Premium Plus offers extra legroom, upgraded meals, and two checked bags on international flights.
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Air China
Air China offers award space for Star Alliance partners, ideal for MileagePlus members seeking redemption opportunities.
Air China's Boeing 747 offers first class with privacy walls and Western dining options.
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Best time to book a flight to Chengdu
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Everything you need to know about your flight to Chengdu
When is the best time to book a flight to Chengdu?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from New York to Chengdu. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2025.
Booking 70 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights to Chengdu. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
How long is the flight to Chengdu?
On average, a flight from New York to Chengdu takes 26 hours 51 minutes. Flights to Chengdu from other popular cities in USA will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.
What are the most popular airlines that fly to Chengdu?
The most popular airlines flying from New York to Chengdu are Air China and China Eastern.
What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Chengdu?
The cheapest airlines flying from New York to Chengdu are Air China and China Eastern.
Rainfall in Chengdu by month
Plan your trip to Chengdu by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.
In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chengdu ranges from 0.0 - 9.8 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 9.8 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Chengdu when rainfall is around 0.0 in.
Temperature in Chengdu by month
Plan your trip to Chengdu by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.
If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chengdu, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 42.8 F).
Reviews of airlines servicing Chengdu
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chengdu. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Chengdu. Reviews last updated July 28, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines servicing China, such as Emirates, China Southern, and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.9
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.3
Entertainment
8.2
Overall
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkayAnonymous,Dec 2024
IAD - DXB
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.9
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.3
Entertainment
8.2
Overall
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkayAnonymous,Dec 2024
IAD - DXB
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.9
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.3
Entertainment
8.2
Overall
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkayAnonymous,Dec 2024
IAD - DXB
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.9
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.3
Entertainment
8.2
Overall
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkayAnonymous,Dec 2024
IAD - DXB
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.9
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.3
Entertainment
8.2
Overall
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkayAnonymous,Dec 2024
IAD - DXB
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.9
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.3
Entertainment
8.2
Overall
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkayAnonymous,Dec 2024
IAD - DXB
FAQs about flying to Chengdu
Best Time to Fly to Chengdu, China
In terms of the weather, the ideal months to visit the city are from March to May and September to November. Visiting during these periods will ensure you miss both the rainy season and the most humid conditions. To experience the magic of the Chinese New Year festivities, the time to visit is during February.
Low season in the city occurs during the months of March, April, November and December. Prices are generally cheaper during these months and the city is less crowded.
Getting around Chengdu, China
Like most major cities in China, the roads in Chengdu are often incredibly busy. The network of buses in the city is extensive and exact fares are required to board as change is not given. As with the airport, taxis in the city are either green or blue but be aware that most of the drivers do not speak English.