Cheap flights to Chengdu, China from $656

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ROS — CTU
May 1 — May 81

Flights to Chengdu in 2024

Find the latest flights to Chengdu in 2024, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 3,068,117 searches and data was last updated on April 26, 2024.

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$2,461

Round-trip from

$1,500

One-way from

$656
High demand for flights, 10% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 3% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in April 2024
From New York to Chengdu
One-way flight from New York to Chengdu (CTU)

Cheap flights to Chengdu in April & May 2024

Discover affordable flights and deals to Chengdu in April and May 2024. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 3,068,117 searches and data was last updated on April 26, 2024.
Check out some of the flights available from low prices to Chengdu in April and May 2024. Prices refresh often so be sure to come back soon for more deals.
Mon 4/296:20 pmJFK - CTU
2 stops29h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/2612:25 pmCTU - JFK
3 stops45h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/25$1,500
Mon 4/296:20 pmJFK - CTU
2 stops32h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/269:00 amCTU - JFK
3 stops36h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/26$1,521
Mon 5/612:00 pmJFK - CTU
3 stops35h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/154:00 pmCTU - JFK
2 stops35h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/26$1,525
Sun 4/2812:30 amJFK - CTU
3 stops47h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/2612:25 pmCTU - JFK
3 stops45h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/25$1,530
Mon 4/296:20 pmJFK - CTU
2 stops29h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/258:10 pmCTU - JFK
2 stops31h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/25$1,542
Sun 4/2812:30 amJFK - CTU
3 stops47h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/258:10 pmCTU - JFK
2 stops31h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/25$1,559
Mon 4/296:20 pmJFK - CTU
2 stops29h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/268:10 pmCTU - JFK
2 stops31h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/25$1,574
Mon 4/296:20 pmJFK - CTU
2 stops32h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/264:45 pmCTU - JFK
2 stops35h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/26$1,575
Mon 4/296:20 pmJFK - CTU
2 stops29h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/253:00 pmCTU - JFK
3 stops32h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/25$1,578

Chengdu 2024 flight deals

Explore flight deals for Chengdu in 2024, offering the best prices and options to suit your preferences. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 3,068,117 searches and data were last updated on April 26, 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Chengdu in 2024 at this time. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Mon 4/296:20 pmJFK - CTU
2 stops29h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/2612:25 pmCTU - JFK
3 stops45h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/25$1,500
Mon 4/296:20 pmJFK - CTU
2 stops32h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/269:00 amCTU - JFK
3 stops36h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/26$1,521
Mon 5/612:00 pmJFK - CTU
3 stops35h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/154:00 pmCTU - JFK
2 stops35h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/26$1,525
Sun 4/2812:30 amJFK - CTU
3 stops47h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/2612:25 pmCTU - JFK
3 stops45h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/25$1,530
Mon 4/296:20 pmJFK - CTU
2 stops29h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/258:10 pmCTU - JFK
2 stops31h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/25$1,542
Sun 4/2812:30 amJFK - CTU
3 stops47h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/258:10 pmCTU - JFK
2 stops31h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/25$1,559
Mon 4/296:20 pmJFK - CTU
2 stops29h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/268:10 pmCTU - JFK
2 stops31h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/25$1,574
Mon 4/296:20 pmJFK - CTU
2 stops32h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/264:45 pmCTU - JFK
2 stops35h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/26$1,575
Mon 4/296:20 pmJFK - CTU
2 stops29h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/253:00 pmCTU - JFK
3 stops32h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/25$1,578

Flights to Chengdu departing soon

Discover available last-minute flight options to Chengdu, providing immediate availability and potentially lower prices. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 3,068,117 searches and data was last updated on April 26, 2024.
If you're looking for a last-minute flight to Chengdu, consider booking one of these fares. Make sure to double check the price, time, and destination to confirm all are correct.
Mon 5/612:00 pmJFK - CTU
3 stops35h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/154:00 pmCTU - JFK
2 stops35h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/26$1,525
Mon 5/612:00 pmJFK - CTU
3 stops35h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/151:00 pmCTU - JFK
3 stops34h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/26$1,679
Mon 5/68:25 pmEWR - CTU
3 stops35h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/158:10 pmCTU - EWR
3 stops35h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/26$1,718
Mon 5/69:50 pmJFK - CTU
2 stops29h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/159:00 pmCTU - JFK
2 stops30h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/26$1,826
Mon 5/67:30 pmEWR - CTU
2 stops31h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/159:00 pmCTU - EWR
2 stops28h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/26$1,834
Sun 5/52:30 amJFK - CTU
1 stop21h 55mAir China
Wed 5/159:15 pmCTU - JFK
2 stops62h 40mAir China
Deal found 4/26$2,372
Mon 5/64:25 pmJFK - CTU
1 stop31h 50mChina Eastern
Wed 5/156:55 amCTU - JFK
2 stops29h 59mChina Eastern
Deal found 4/26$2,613
Sun 5/52:30 amJFK - CTU
1 stop22h 25mAir China
Wed 5/1512:45 pmCTU - JFK
1 stop23h 10mAir China
Deal found 4/26$2,644
Sun 5/512:35 amJFK - CTU
2 stops26h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/1510:00 amCTU - JFK
2 stops25h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/26$2,714

One-way flights to Chengdu

Explore one-way flight options to Chengdu for greater flexibility in your travel plans. Find up-to-date pricing and availability for one-way flights. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 3,068,117 searches and data was last updated on April 26, 2024.
Choose from one of these one-way flights departing to Chengdu. Reserve a round-trip flight to Chengdu instead by utilizing the search form above.
Wed 5/16:20 pmJFK - CTU
2 stops29h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/25$656
Wed 5/297:29 amEWR - CTU
3 stops40h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/25$681
Wed 5/156:20 pmJFK - CTU
2 stops29h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/24$706
Tue 4/3012:30 amJFK - CTU
3 stops59h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/25$708
Wed 5/112:30 pmJFK - CTU
3 stops36h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/25$738
Tue 5/281:30 amJFK - CTU
2 stops46h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/25$749
Sat 6/17:15 pmSWF - CTU
3 stops56h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/25$749
Wed 5/111:00 pmEWR - CTU
3 stops49h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/25$753
Sat 5/186:20 pmJFK - CTU
2 stops32h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/26$759

Average price of flights to Chengdu by month

Plan your trip to Chengdu by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight to Chengdu is currently $722 while a round-trip flight costs $2,168. Price data was last updated on April 21, 2024.

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to Chengdu (average of $1,085). Flying to Chengdu in August will prove the most costly (average of $1,691). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

January

$1,377

February

$1,292

March

$1,098

April

$1,251

May

$1,532

June

$1,606

July

$1,085

August

$1,691

September

$1,370

October

$1,461

November

$1,290

December

$1,648

Temperature and rainfall in Chengdu by month

Plan your trip to Chengdu by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

CTU

Temperature

42.8 - 77 °F

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).

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 to Chengdu. Price data was last updated on January 28, 2024.
Booking 87 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.
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When is the cheapest time to fly to Chengdu?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip to Chengdu. Price data was last updated on April 21, 2024.
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Users looking for the lowest fares to Chengdu should consider flying on Friday mornings, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travelers will want to avoid Saturday evenings, when prices are usually at their highest.
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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 April 26, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly to Chengdu, see what other customers have to say about China Southern, Lufthansa and China Eastern. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.3
Very good
1,486 reviews

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Good food. Great crew. Online access to upgrade to Economy Plus was confusing and difficult. Or possibly just sold out. JAL's English website is challenging.

8.3
Very good
1,486 reviews
8.3
Very good
1,486 reviews

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Good food. Great crew. Online access to upgrade to Economy Plus was confusing and difficult. Or possibly just sold out. JAL's English website is challenging.

8.1
Very good
4,067 reviews
8.3
Very good
1,486 reviews

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Good food. Great crew. Online access to upgrade to Economy Plus was confusing and difficult. Or possibly just sold out. JAL's English website is challenging.

7.6
Good
1,809 reviews
8.3
Very good
1,486 reviews

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Good food. Great crew. Online access to upgrade to Economy Plus was confusing and difficult. Or possibly just sold out. JAL's English website is challenging.

7.4
Good
11,228 reviews
8.3
Very good
1,486 reviews

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Good food. Great crew. Online access to upgrade to Economy Plus was confusing and difficult. Or possibly just sold out. JAL's English website is challenging.

7.2
Good
563 reviews
8.3
Very good
1,486 reviews

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Good food. Great crew. Online access to upgrade to Economy Plus was confusing and difficult. Or possibly just sold out. JAL's English website is challenging.

The capital of the Sichuan province and one of China’s most populous cities, Chengdu has a remarkably laid-back atmosphere considering its size. Although the center of the city is a continuous hive of activity, Chengdu is often referred to as the ‘Land of Milk and Honey’, due to its wealth of green spaces and agricultural heritage. Indeed, the city is located on the edge of the richly fertile plains of the Sichuan Red Basin. 

With Sichuan being one of only three provinces in China where pandas can be found in the wild, many visitors to Chengdu are eager to encounter the world’s most adored animal species. Located just a short distance from downtown, the Giant Panda Research Base is one of the most popular tourist attractions in the area. Home to over 50 giant pandas, the base is best visited during the morning as this is the time when the inhabitants are most active. Back in the center of the city, there are a number of attractions which appeal to those who have an interest in Chinese history. The Wenshu Temple is the largest Buddhist place of worship in the city and enjoys a serene atmosphere all of its own. This wonderfully peaceful temple is situated in one of the city’s older neighbourhoods, featuring narrow streets which are lined with shops, food stalls and tea-houses.

To experience the more modern side of the city, the place to head for is Chunxi Road. This vibrant area is home to a wealth of brand name stores, cinemas and restaurants serving all manner of international cuisine.    

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. 

  • What does CTU mean?

    CTU stands for Chengdu Airport. Codes like this one are often called IATA codes, a set of identifiers established by IATA (International Air Transport Association) that is widely used by airlines and the aviation industry.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Chengdu?

    Most people fly into Chengdu (CTU) if they book a flight to Chengdu. Chengdu is conveniently located just 9.4 mi from Chengdu’s city center.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Chengdu if I am willing to have layovers?

    Yes, flights with layovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Chengdu on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Chengdu?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Sichuan Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Chengdu.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Chengdu?

    Chengdu Airport is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Chengdu. One-way flights to Chengdu Airport typically cost $108, while round-trip flights cost around $143.

  • How much is a round-trip flight to Chengdu?

    A round-trip flight to Chengdu will typically cost around $166, however they can be found for as little as $143.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Chengdu depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Chengdu, Los Angeles offers the quickest one-way flight (19 hours 45 minutes).

  • Does Chengdu Airport have rental cars?

    Yes. Those touching down at Chengdu Airport can take advantage of the rental car services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Chengdu Airport?

    Yes. Chengdu Airport has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Chengdu Aviation Hotel is the closest property to Chengdu Airport (0.0 mi away from Chengdu Airport).

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