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$2,204+ Cheap flights from Sacramento (SMF) to Chengdu (CTU)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 4/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — CTU
Feb 26 — Mar 51
Thu 2/26
Thu 3/5
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Sacramento to Chengdu

Cheapest flights from Sacramento to Chengdu
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sacramento to Chengdu. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 27, 2026.

This China Eastern deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 China Eastern is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/49:10 am
SMF
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CTU
2 stops39h 05m
China Eastern
Wed 4/86:55 am
CTU
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SMF
2 stops23h 20m
China Eastern
Deal found 1/26$2,204
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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.
Sat 4/41:55 pm
SMF
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CTU
2 stops38h 50m
United Airlines
Wed 4/82:55 pm
CTU
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SMF
2 stops20h 36m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/25$3,967

Find flight deals from Sacramento to Chengdu

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sacramento (SMF) to Chengdu (CTU). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated January 27, 2026.

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SMF - CTU

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Sacramento Intl

Sat 4/4

9:10 am-3:15 pm

2 stops39h 05m

Chengdu

Wed 4/8

6:55 am-3:15 pm

2 stops23h 20m

$2,204

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SMF - CTU

SMFCTU

Sacramento Intl

Sat 4/4

1:55 pm-7:45 pm

2 stops38h 50m

Chengdu

Wed 4/8

2:55 pm-8:31 pm

2 stops20h 36m

$3,967

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Deals found on 1/26

Best time to book a flight from Sacramento to Chengdu

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Chengdu (average of $599). Flying from Sacramento to Chengdu in June is currently the most expensive (average of $988). 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.

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Sacramento to Chengdu?

    China Eastern and United Airlines can get you from Sacramento to Chengdu in just under 38h 50m. Your travel time can differ by up to 15m. Airlines will cover a distance of 6820 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Chengdu (average of $599). Flying from Sacramento to Chengdu in June is currently the most expensive (average of $988). 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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