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$346+ 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 7/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — CTU
Jul 8 — Jul 151
Tue 7/8
Tue 7/15
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Cheap flight deals from California to Chengdu

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Chengdu flight deals. Data was last updated July 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$654
(oojo)

One-way from

$346
(oojo)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,275

Good round-trip deal

$681 or less

Good one-way deal

$415 or less
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Cheapest flights from California to Chengdu
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 July 3, 2025.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/1210:00 pmLAX - CTU
1 stop22h 15mAir China
Tue 8/261:30 pmCTU - LAX
1 stop20h 30mAir China
Deal found 7/2$654
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/611:50 pmLAX - CTU
1 stop22h 50mChina Southern
Fri 9/57:00 pmCTU - LAX
1 stop39h 40mChina Southern
Deal found 7/2$666
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/412:35 amSFO - CTU
2 stops29h 05mChina Southern
Mon 9/229:00 amCTU - SFO
2 stops26h 30mChina Southern
Deal found 7/2$718
This Air China deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Air China is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/2611:05 amSFO - CTU
1 stop31h 25mAir China
Tue 12/210:00 pmCTU - SFO
1 stop27h 50mAir China
Deal found 7/1$766
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/312:30 pmLAX - CTU
1 stop32h 45mChina Eastern
Tue 9/96:55 amCTU - LAX
1 stop18h 10mChina Eastern
Deal found 7/2$781
This Jetabroad deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Jetabroad is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/511:50 pmLAX - CTU
1 stop22h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/223:00 pmCTU - LAX
3 stops31h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1$843
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/156:31 pmLAS - CTU
2 stops30h 09mMultiple Airlines
Fri 8/225:00 pmCTU - LAS
2 stops38h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1$872
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/2412:00 pmSFO - CTU
1 stop20h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/3010:35 pmCTU - SFO
2 stops37h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1$879
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/1612:00 pmSFO - CTU
1 stop33h 15mChina Eastern
Sun 8/311:30 pmCTU - SFO
1 stop34h 35mChina Eastern
Deal found 7/2$884
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Mon 12/11:33 pmLAS - CTU
2 stops28h 22mAir China
Tue 12/910:00 pmCTU - LAS
2 stops32h 35mAir China
Deal found 7/2$908
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/209:05 amSJC - CTU
2 stops39h 10mChina Eastern
Mon 11/35:30 pmCTU - SJC
2 stops35h 50mChina Eastern
Deal found 7/2$980
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/1612:39 pmSJC - CTU
3 stops36h 01mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/234:00 pmCTU - SJC
2 stops33h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/2$1,045

Cheapflights Fare Finder

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 July 3, 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 8/12

10:00 pm-11:15 am

1 stop22h 15m

Chengdu

Tue 8/26

1:30 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop20h 30m

$654

Los AngelesChengdu

LAX - CTU

LAXCTU

Los Angeles

Wed 8/6

11:50 pm-1:40 pm

1 stop22h 50m

Chengdu

Fri 9/5

7:00 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop39h 40m

$666

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO - CTU

SFOCTU

San Francisco

Thu 9/4

12:35 am-8:40 pm

2 stops29h 05m

Chengdu

Mon 9/22

9:00 am-8:30 pm

2 stops26h 30m

$718

Los AngelesChengdu

LAX - CTU

LAXCTU

Los Angeles

Wed 9/3

12:30 pm-12:15 pm

1 stop32h 45m

Chengdu

Tue 9/9

6:55 am-10:05 am

1 stop18h 10m

$781

Los AngelesChengdu

LAX - CTU

LAXCTU

Los Angeles

Fri 9/5

11:50 pm-1:40 pm

1 stop22h 50m

Chengdu

Mon 9/22

3:00 pm-7:28 am

3 stops31h 28m

$843

Las VegasChengdu

LAS - CTU

LASCTU

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 8/15

6:31 pm-3:40 pm

2 stops30h 09m

Chengdu

Fri 8/22

5:00 pm-4:55 pm

2 stops38h 55m

$872

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO - CTU

SFOCTU

San Francisco

Mon 9/29

6:53 pm-10:45 am

2 stops24h 52m

Chengdu

Thu 10/9

12:00 pm-8:30 pm

2 stops23h 30m

$880

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO - CTU

SFOCTU

San Francisco

Sat 8/16

12:00 pm-12:15 pm

1 stop33h 15m

Chengdu

Sun 8/31

1:30 pm-9:05 am

1 stop34h 35m

$884

San JoseChengdu

SJC - CTU

SJCCTU

San Jose

Mon 10/20

9:05 am-3:15 pm

2 stops39h 10m

Chengdu

Mon 11/3

5:30 pm-1:20 pm

2 stops35h 50m

$980

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO - CTU

SFOCTU

San Francisco

Wed 8/6

1:00 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop19h 35m

Chengdu

Fri 9/5

11:45 am-10:30 am

1 stop37h 45m

$992

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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 $1,798). 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 July 3, 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.

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 3, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with China Southern, United Airlines, and Air China from California to Chengdu have to say. 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.
China Southern
7.6
Good
100 reviews

Boarding

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.4

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 3
10.0
Excellent

Puey cheng,Apr 2025

SIN - CAN

Seats are clean and comfortable. Most important, the leg room is wider than many other airlines
China Southern
7.6
Good
100 reviews
China Southern
7.6
Good
100 reviews

Boarding

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.4

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 3
10.0
Excellent

Puey cheng,Apr 2025

SIN - CAN

Seats are clean and comfortable. Most important, the leg room is wider than many other airlines
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,861 reviews
China Southern
7.6
Good
100 reviews

Boarding

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.4

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 3
10.0
Excellent

Puey cheng,Apr 2025

SIN - CAN

Seats are clean and comfortable. Most important, the leg room is wider than many other airlines
Air China
7.2
Good
92 reviews
China Southern
7.6
Good
100 reviews

Boarding

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.4

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 3
10.0
Excellent

Puey cheng,Apr 2025

SIN - CAN

Seats are clean and comfortable. Most important, the leg room is wider than many other airlines
China Eastern
7.1
Good
152 reviews
China Southern
7.6
Good
100 reviews

Boarding

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.4

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 3
10.0
Excellent

Puey cheng,Apr 2025

SIN - CAN

Seats are clean and comfortable. Most important, the leg room is wider than many other airlines

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to Chengdu. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

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

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from California to Chengdu one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Air China. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $346. Users have also found prices from $350 and $425 on China Southern and China Eastern, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from California to Chengdu?

    The most popular route from California to Chengdu is San Francisco - Chengdu. You may also consider Los Angeles - Chengdu or San Jose - Chengdu.

  • Can I find deals for flights from California to Chengdu that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on California to Chengdu flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from California to Chengdu?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from California to Chengdu.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from California to Chengdu?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to Chengdu by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • 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 $1,798). 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.

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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 July 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air ChinaCheapest$747Average$1,060FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
China SouthernCheapest$751Average$1,126FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$763Average$800FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
China EasternCheapest$768Average$1,042FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,145Average$1,545FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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