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$380+ Cheap flights from Irvine, CA 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 9/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — CTU
Aug 5 — Aug 121
Tue 8/5
Tue 8/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Irvine to Chengdu are usually found in March or September, booked 66 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Friday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Irvine to Chengdu

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Irvine to Chengdu flight deals. Data was last updated July 31, 2025.

Round-trip from

$639
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$392
(oojo)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,079
From Irvine to Chengdu
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($105 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($64 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Irvine to Chengdu
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Irvine to Chengdu. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 31, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 9/2312:30 pmLAX - CTU
1 stop32h 45mChina Eastern
Tue 10/76:55 amCTU - LAX
1 stop18h 10mChina Eastern
Deal found 7/30$639
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 9/910:00 pmLAX - CTU
1 stop22h 15mAir China
Tue 9/169:05 amCTU - LAX
1 stop24h 55mAir China
Deal found 7/31$666
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/1511:50 pmLAX - CTU
1 stop19h 55mChina Southern
Mon 9/11:00 pmCTU - LAX
1 stop21h 40mChina Southern
Deal found 7/30$765

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Irvine 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 31, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Irvine to Chengdu that are best for you.

Fly from

Irvine

Fly to

Chengdu

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesChengdu

LAX - CTU

LAXCTU

Los Angeles

Tue 9/23

12:30 pm-12:15 pm

1 stop32h 45m

Chengdu

Tue 10/7

6:55 am-10:05 am

1 stop18h 10m

$639

Los AngelesChengdu

LAX - CTU

LAXCTU

Los Angeles

Tue 9/9

10:00 pm-11:15 am

1 stop22h 15m

Chengdu

Tue 9/16

9:05 am-7:00 pm

1 stop24h 55m

$666

Los AngelesChengdu

LAX - CTU

LAXCTU

Los Angeles

Fri 8/15

11:50 pm-10:45 am

1 stop19h 55m

Chengdu

Mon 9/1

1:00 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop21h 40m

$765

Los AngelesChengdu

LAX - CTU

LAXCTU

Los Angeles

Tue 9/23

10:00 pm-2:35 pm

1 stop25h 35m

Chengdu

Sat 10/4

5:00 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop17h 40m

$880

Los AngelesChengdu

LAX - CTU

LAXCTU

Los Angeles

Wed 9/3

12:30 pm-3:15 pm

1 stop35h 45m

$380

Los AngelesChengdu

LAX - CTU

LAXCTU

Los Angeles

Tue 9/16

10:00 pm-3:25 pm

1 stop26h 25m

$394

Los AngelesChengdu

LAX - CTU

LAXCTU

Los Angeles

Sun 8/10

11:50 pm-5:35 pm

1 stop26h 45m

$413

Los AngelesChengdu

LAX - CTU

LAXCTU

Los Angeles

Thu 8/21

10:50 am-5:35 pm

3 stops39h 45m

$480

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Deals found on 7/31

Best time to book a flight from Irvine to Chengdu

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Irvine to Chengdu

How far ahead should I book a flight from Irvine to Chengdu?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Irvine to Chengdu. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Irvine to Chengdu may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 65 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Irvine to Chengdu?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Irvine to Chengdu (average of $885). Flying from Irvine to Chengdu in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,650). 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 IR9 to CTU?

Find hourly flight availability from Irvine 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 31, 2025.

When flying from Irvine to Chengdu, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 31, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown China Southern, Air China, and China Eastern from Irvine to Chengdu. 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
104 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.0

Food

7.4

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 4
8.0
Excellent

Peggy,Jul 2025

WUH - SFO

Overall it's good, room temperature is a little high in the airport.
China Southern
7.6
Good
104 reviews
China Southern
7.6
Good
104 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.0

Food

7.4

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 4
8.0
Excellent

Peggy,Jul 2025

WUH - SFO

Overall it's good, room temperature is a little high in the airport.
Air China
7.3
Good
93 reviews
China Southern
7.6
Good
104 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.0

Food

7.4

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 4
8.0
Excellent

Peggy,Jul 2025

WUH - SFO

Overall it's good, room temperature is a little high in the airport.
China Eastern
7.2
Good
158 reviews
China Southern
7.6
Good
104 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.0

Food

7.4

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 4
8.0
Excellent

Peggy,Jul 2025

WUH - SFO

Overall it's good, room temperature is a little high in the airport.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Irvine 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 Irvine?

    For a flight from Irvine to Chengdu, you will be flying into Chengdu. Chengdu (CTU) is just 9.4 mi from the center of the city. Chengdu is the only Chengdu airport and it handles 0 inbound flights from Irvine per day. 4 airlines have flights to Chengdu from Irvine on a regular basis.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Air China. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $394. Users have also found prices from $413 and $427 on China Southern and China Eastern, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Irvine 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 Irvine to Chengdu?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Irvine to Chengdu (average of $885). Flying from Irvine to Chengdu in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,650). 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 4 airlines flying from Irvine to Chengdu

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Irvine 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 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapest$705Average$940FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Air ChinaCheapest$747Average$942FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
China SouthernCheapest$751Average$1,276FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$763Average$800FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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