$466+ Cheap flights from California to Chengdu (CTU)
This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 8/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — CTU
May 6 — May 131
1 adult, Economy
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Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Chengdu flight deals. Data was last updated May 1, 2025.
Most accurate provider | AranGrant 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | AranGrant 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $912 (FlightHub) |
One-way from | $523 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | June |
Cheapest in | March |
Average price | $1,407 |
Good round-trip deal | $728 or less |
Good one-way deal | $425 or less |
Find flight deals from California to Chengdu
Cheapest flights from California to ChengduExplore the most affordable flight options available from California to Chengdu. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 1, 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Chengdu. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 1, 2025.
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/1410:00 pmLAX - CTU
1 stop24h 45mAir China
Tue 10/282:00 pmCTU - LAX
1 stop20h 00mAir China
Deal found 4/30![Air China logo]()
$847
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/1011:50 pmLAX - CTU
1 stop31h 50mChina Southern
Tue 11/1810:35 pmCTU - LAX
1 stop35h 35mChina Southern
Deal found 4/30![China Southern logo]()
$856
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/912:30 pmLAX - CTU
1 stop39h 00mChina Eastern
Sat 5/246:55 amCTU - LAX
1 stop18h 10mChina Eastern
Deal found 4/30![China Eastern logo]()
$912
This Air China deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air China is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/161:20 pmLAX - CTU
2 stops29h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/1910:00 pmCTU - LAX
1 stop37h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$962
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/239:10 amLAS - CTU
2 stops36h 05mChina Eastern
Wed 10/156:55 amCTU - LAS
2 stops24h 59mChina Eastern
Deal found 5/1![China Eastern logo]()
$971
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/2912:00 pmSFO - CTU
1 stop33h 15mChina Eastern
Fri 11/75:30 pmCTU - SFO
1 stop31h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 4/29![China Eastern logo]()
$999
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/101:00 pmSFO - CTU
1 stop19h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/15:00 pmCTU - SFO
2 stops42h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,030
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/31:00 pmSFO - CTU
1 stop29h 55mAir China
Wed 9/247:00 amCTU - SFO
1 stop18h 30mAir China
Deal found 4/30![Air China logo]()
$1,075
This StudentUniverse deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure StudentUniverse is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/55:49 pmSFO - CTU
2 stops25h 56mChina Southern
Sat 5/311:00 pmCTU - SFO
2 stops25h 58mChina Southern
Deal found 5/1![China Southern logo]()
$1,118
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/2911:40 pmLAX - CTU
1 stop30h 05mUnited Airlines
Thu 6/262:55 pmCTU - LAX
1 stop17h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/1![United Airlines logo]()
$1,335
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/61:30 pmSFO - CTU
2 stops39h 15mUnited Airlines
Wed 6/47:20 amCTU - SFO
1 stop16h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29![United Airlines logo]()
$1,440
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/1711:40 amSFO - CTU
2 stops43h 55mAir Canada
Tue 11/1810:00 amCTU - SFO
2 stops45h 55mAir Canada
Deal found 4/30![Air Canada logo]()
$1,464
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Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Chengdu that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated May 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Chengdu that are best for you.
Fly from
California
Fly to
Chengdu
Route
Depart
Return
Price
Los AngelesChengdu
LAX - CTU
LAXCTU
Los Angeles
Tue 10/14
10:00 pm-1:45 pm
1 stop24h 45m
Chengdu
Tue 10/28
2:00 pm-7:00 pm
1 stop20h 00m
$847
Los AngelesChengdu
LAX - CTU
LAXCTU
Los Angeles
Wed 9/10
11:50 pm-10:40 pm
1 stop31h 50m
Chengdu
Tue 11/18
10:35 pm-6:10 pm
1 stop35h 35m
$856
Los AngelesChengdu
LAX - CTU
LAXCTU
Los Angeles
Thu 9/11
12:30 pm-3:15 pm
1 stop35h 45m
Chengdu
Wed 11/19
5:30 pm-9:05 am
1 stop31h 35m
$912
Los AngelesChengdu
LAX - CTU
LAXCTU
Los Angeles
Tue 9/16
1:20 pm-9:55 am
2 stops29h 35m
Chengdu
Wed 11/19
10:00 pm-7:00 pm
1 stop37h 00m
$962
Las VegasChengdu
LAS - CTU
LASCTU
Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Tue 9/23
9:10 am-12:15 pm
2 stops36h 05m
Chengdu
Wed 10/15
6:55 am-4:54 pm
2 stops24h 59m
$971
San FranciscoChengdu
SFO - CTU
SFOCTU
San Francisco
Mon 9/29
12:00 pm-12:15 pm
1 stop33h 15m
Chengdu
Fri 11/7
5:30 pm-9:00 am
1 stop31h 30m
$999
San FranciscoChengdu
SFO - CTU
SFOCTU
San Francisco
Wed 9/10
1:00 pm-11:35 pm
1 stop19h 35m
Chengdu
Wed 10/1
5:00 pm-8:30 pm
2 stops42h 30m
$1,030
San FranciscoChengdu
SFO - CTU
SFOCTU
San Francisco
Wed 9/3
1:00 pm-9:55 am
1 stop29h 55m
Chengdu
Wed 9/24
7:00 am-10:30 am
1 stop18h 30m
$1,075
San FranciscoChengdu
SFO - CTU
SFOCTU
San Francisco
Tue 9/2
12:35 am-6:00 pm
2 stops26h 25m
Chengdu
Mon 9/22
5:00 pm-11:08 pm
2 stops21h 08m
$1,134
Los AngelesChengdu
LAX - CTU
LAXCTU
Los Angeles
Thu 5/29
11:40 pm-8:45 pm
1 stop30h 05m
Chengdu
Thu 6/26
2:55 pm-5:15 pm
1 stop17h 20m
$1,335
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Best time to book a flight from California to Chengdu
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Everything you need to know about your flight from California to Chengdu
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Chengdu?
Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Chengdu (average of $885). Flying from California to Chengdu in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,814). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.
What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CA to CTU?
Find hourly flight availability from California to Chengdu. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated May 1, 2025.
Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from California to Chengdu as you normally would.
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 May 1, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Japan Airlines, Emirates and China Southern from California to Chengdu by reading reviews from past customers. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Food
7.7
Entertainment
7.8
Boarding
8.4
Crew
8.7
Overall
8.3
Comfort
8.2
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
Excellentmark,Nov 2024
YVR - NRT
Food
7.7
Entertainment
7.8
Boarding
8.4
Crew
8.7
Overall
8.3
Comfort
8.2
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
Excellentmark,Nov 2024
YVR - NRT
Food
7.7
Entertainment
7.8
Boarding
8.4
Crew
8.7
Overall
8.3
Comfort
8.2
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
Excellentmark,Nov 2024
YVR - NRT
Food
7.7
Entertainment
7.8
Boarding
8.4
Crew
8.7
Overall
8.3
Comfort
8.2
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
Excellentmark,Nov 2024
YVR - NRT
Food
7.7
Entertainment
7.8
Boarding
8.4
Crew
8.7
Overall
8.3
Comfort
8.2
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
Excellentmark,Nov 2024
YVR - NRT
Food
7.7
Entertainment
7.8
Boarding
8.4
Crew
8.7
Overall
8.3
Comfort
8.2
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
Excellentmark,Nov 2024
YVR - NRT
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Top 5 airlines flying from California to Chengdu
Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from California to Chengdu. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated May 1, 2025.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$751 | Average$1,369 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time67% | |
| Cheapest$763 | Average$960 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$768 | Average$1,087 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$776 | Average$1,498 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$1,145 | Average$1,665 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |