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$382+ Cheap flights from Riverside, 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 10/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — CTU
Oct 15 — Oct 221
Wed 10/15
Wed 10/22
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Riverside to Chengdu are usually found in September or March, booked 66 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Friday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Riverside to Chengdu

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Riverside to Chengdu flight deals. Data was last updated September 15, 2025.

Round-trip from

$692
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$382
(oojo)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$789
From Riverside to Chengdu
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Cheapest flights from Riverside to Chengdu
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Riverside to Chengdu. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 15, 2025.

This Air China deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 9/1610:00 pmLAX - CTU
1 stop22h 15mAir China
Tue 9/2312:30 pmCTU - LAX
1 stop21h 30mAir China
Deal found 9/14$685
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/2912:30 pmLAX - CTU
1 stop21h 25mChina Eastern
Wed 11/55:30 pmCTU - LAX
1 stop31h 35mChina Eastern
Deal found 9/13$692
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Sun 11/1611:30 amLAX - CTU
1 stop21h 25mChina Eastern
Mon 12/12:35 pmCTU - LAX
1 stop34h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 9/15$695
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/1711:30 amLAX - CTU
1 stop21h 25mChina Eastern
Mon 12/15:30 pmCTU - LAX
1 stop31h 35mChina Eastern
Deal found 9/15$706
This Air China deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 9/2310:00 pmLAX - CTU
1 stop33h 55mAir China
Thu 11/2011:00 amCTU - LAX
1 stop24h 00mAir China
Deal found 9/14$712
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Sun 11/1611:30 amLAX - CTU
1 stop21h 25mChina Eastern
Tue 2/172:35 pmCTU - LAX
1 stop34h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 9/14$718
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Sun 11/910:00 pmLAX - CTU
1 stop21h 55mChina Southern
Sun 12/712:35 pmCTU - LAX
1 stop21h 55mChina Southern
Deal found 9/14$735
This Air China deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 9/2310:00 pmLAX - CTU
1 stop22h 15mAir China
Fri 11/213:00 pmCTU - LAX
1 stop20h 00mAir China
Deal found 9/14$737
This Air China deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Mon 9/2211:25 pmLAX - CTU
1 stop22h 00mAir China
Sun 11/239:00 pmCTU - LAX
1 stop38h 00mAir China
Deal found 9/14$739
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 10/2012:30 pmLAX - CTU
1 stop32h 45mChina Eastern
Mon 11/35:30 pmCTU - LAX
1 stop31h 35mChina Eastern
Deal found 9/13$751
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 9/3010:00 pmLAX - CTU
2 stops25h 50mAir China
Tue 10/212:30 pmCTU - LAX
1 stop19h 30mAir China
Deal found 9/14$756
This Air China deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Mon 9/2211:25 pmLAX - CTU
1 stop22h 00mAir China
Sat 11/226:00 pmCTU - LAX
1 stop32h 00mAir China
Deal found 9/14$764

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Riverside 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 September 15, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Riverside to Chengdu that are best for you.

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Riverside

Fly to

Chengdu

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesChengdu

LAX - CTU

LAXCTU

Los Angeles

Sun 11/16

11:30 am-12:55 am

1 stop21h 25m

Chengdu

Tue 2/17

2:35 pm-9:05 am

1 stop34h 30m

$718

Los AngelesChengdu

LAX - CTU

LAXCTU

Los Angeles

Sun 11/9

10:00 pm-11:15 am

1 stop21h 15m

Chengdu

Sat 12/6

3:30 pm-6:30 pm

1 stop19h 00m

$735

Los AngelesChengdu

LAX - CTU

LAXCTU

Los Angeles

Fri 10/17

12:30 pm-12:15 pm

1 stop32h 45m

Chengdu

Sat 12/13

2:35 pm-9:05 am

1 stop34h 30m

$735

Los AngelesChengdu

LAX - CTU

LAXCTU

Los Angeles

Sat 11/15

11:30 am-12:55 am

1 stop21h 25m

Chengdu

Mon 12/1

5:30 pm-9:05 am

1 stop31h 35m

$798

Los AngelesChengdu

LAX - CTU

LAXCTU

Los Angeles

Sat 10/4

12:30 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop20h 25m

Chengdu

Sat 10/11

6:55 am-10:05 am

1 stop18h 10m

$810

Los AngelesChengdu

LAX - CTU

LAXCTU

Los Angeles

Wed 11/19

11:30 am-12:55 am

1 stop21h 25m

Chengdu

Sat 11/29

5:30 pm-9:05 am

1 stop31h 35m

$840

Los AngelesChengdu

LAX - CTU

LAXCTU

Los Angeles

Thu 11/20

11:30 am-12:35 pm

1 stop33h 05m

Chengdu

Sun 11/30

2:35 pm-9:05 am

1 stop34h 30m

$840

Los AngelesChengdu

LAX - CTU

LAXCTU

Los Angeles

Sun 11/16

10:00 pm-2:10 pm

1 stop24h 10m

Chengdu

Tue 12/2

9:30 pm-6:30 pm

2 stops37h 00m

$907

Los AngelesChengdu

LAX - CTU

LAXCTU

Los Angeles

Fri 10/3

11:50 pm-11:45 am

1 stop20h 55m

Chengdu

Sat 10/11

12:30 pm-7:40 pm

2 stops22h 10m

$926

Los AngelesChengdu

LAX - CTU

LAXCTU

Los Angeles

Fri 10/17

10:50 am-11:35 pm

2 stops21h 45m

Chengdu

Sat 12/13

10:35 pm-6:30 pm

1 stop35h 55m

$929

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Best time to book a flight from Riverside to Chengdu

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Riverside to Chengdu. Price data was last updated on September 12, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Riverside to Chengdu, you should look to book at least 65 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Riverside to Chengdu (average of $885). Flying from Riverside 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 R1V to CTU?

Find hourly flight availability from Riverside 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 September 15, 2025.

When flying from Riverside 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 September 15, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Riverside to Chengdu, such as China Southern, China Eastern, and Air China. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
China Southern
7.5
Good
110 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 5
6.0
Good

Ebbi,Aug 2025

LAX - CAN

Boarding was nice the employees and the crew. They were very nice but the food maybe I don’t like it but it’s not international food. It’s more towards Chinese Tayst, which I do understand but that’s only complain. I have.
China Southern
7.5
Good
110 reviews
China Southern
7.5
Good
110 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 5
6.0
Good

Ebbi,Aug 2025

LAX - CAN

Boarding was nice the employees and the crew. They were very nice but the food maybe I don’t like it but it’s not international food. It’s more towards Chinese Tayst, which I do understand but that’s only complain. I have.
China Eastern
7.2
Good
165 reviews
China Southern
7.5
Good
110 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 5
6.0
Good

Ebbi,Aug 2025

LAX - CAN

Boarding was nice the employees and the crew. They were very nice but the food maybe I don’t like it but it’s not international food. It’s more towards Chinese Tayst, which I do understand but that’s only complain. I have.
Air China
7.2
Good
99 reviews
China Southern
7.5
Good
110 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 5
6.0
Good

Ebbi,Aug 2025

LAX - CAN

Boarding was nice the employees and the crew. They were very nice but the food maybe I don’t like it but it’s not international food. It’s more towards Chinese Tayst, which I do understand but that’s only complain. I have.

Related info for your journey

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

    Located just 9.4 mi from the city center, Chengdu is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Chengdu from Riverside. Booking flights from Riverside to Chengdu (CTU) should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily inbound flights from Riverside from 4 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Riverside to Chengdu?

    China Eastern and China Southern can get you from Riverside to Chengdu in just under 21h 15m. Your travel time can differ by up to 10m. Riverside and Chengdu are separated by a distance of 7188 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Riverside to Chengdu (average of $885). Flying from Riverside 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 Riverside to Chengdu

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Riverside 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 September 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air ChinaCheapest$688Average$903FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
China EasternCheapest$705Average$920FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
China SouthernCheapest$751Average$1,003FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$763Average$1,113FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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