HomeSearch by dateVacation packagesHotelsFlight dealsCar rentalTravel tips & news
Chengdu

$469+ Cheap flights from Salinas, CA, 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 5/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — CTU
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
1 adult, Economy
We work with more than 300 partners to bring you better travel deals

Find cheap flights from Salinas to Chengdu with Cheapflights

1. Tell us where you want to go

Enter your travel information like dates, passengers, trip type (one-way or round trip), and preferred cabin class then click “Find deals”

2. Select your favorite providers

We find the providers serving your travel needs. Choose up to four travel providers to compare side-by-side for flights, hotels, or car rentals.

3. Compare prices and book

Review each provider’s pricing and select the best option for you! Book through your favorite provider’s website for a seamless experience.

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Salinas to Chengdu are usually found in March or November, booked 63 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Salinas to Chengdu

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Salinas 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

$1,026
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$469
(Trip.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,236
Provider with most accurate pricing for San Francisco-Chengdu flight deals.
Search Deals
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for San Francisco-Chengdu flights.
Search Deals
From Salinas to Chengdu
Search Deals
One-way flight from Salinas to Chengdu
Search Deals
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($65 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Search Deals
Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($78 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Search Deals
Average for round-trip flights in May 2025
Search Deals

Find flight deals from Salinas to Chengdu

Cheapest flights from Salinas to Chengdu
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Salinas to Chengdu. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 1, 2025.

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$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$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$1,075
This Gurufare 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/612:35 amSFO - CTU
1 stop20h 10mChina Southern
Thu 6/53:00 pmCTU - SFO
2 stops20h 30mChina Southern
Deal found 4/29$1,132
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$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$1,464

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from Salinas 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 Salinas to Chengdu that are best for you.

Fly from

Salinas

Fly to

Chengdu

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO - CTU

SFOCTU

San Francisco

Thu 5/8

12:00 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop20h 55m

Chengdu

Sat 5/24

6:55 am-3:16 pm

2 stops23h 21m

$1,073

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO - CTU

SFOCTU

San Francisco

Wed 5/7

1:00 pm-2:55 pm

1 stop34h 55m

Chengdu

Wed 6/4

7:00 am-10:30 am

1 stop18h 30m

$1,087

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO - CTU

SFOCTU

San Francisco

Tue 5/6

12:35 am-11:45 am

1 stop20h 10m

Chengdu

Thu 6/5

3:00 pm-8:30 pm

2 stops20h 30m

$1,132

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO - CTU

SFOCTU

San Francisco

Mon 5/5

12:35 am-9:30 am

1 stop17h 55m

Chengdu

Sat 6/7

5:00 pm-8:40 pm

1 stop18h 40m

$1,295

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO - CTU

SFOCTU

San Francisco

Tue 5/6

1:30 pm-7:45 pm

2 stops39h 15m

Chengdu

Wed 6/4

7:20 am-8:40 am

1 stop16h 20m

$1,440

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO - CTU

SFOCTU

San Francisco

Sun 5/11

7:15 pm-5:15 pm

2 stops31h 00m

Chengdu

Mon 6/2

2:55 pm-7:00 pm

2 stops43h 05m

$2,121

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO - CTU

SFOCTU

San Francisco

Fri 5/9

8:20 am-9:30 pm

2 stops22h 10m

Chengdu

Thu 6/5

10:00 am-6:40 pm

2 stops23h 40m

$2,733

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO - CTU

SFOCTU

San Francisco

Wed 5/7

8:25 pm-3:15 pm

2 stops51h 50m

Chengdu

Tue 5/27

6:55 am-6:15 pm

2 stops50h 20m

$3,777

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO - CTU

SFOCTU

San Francisco

Sat 5/3

12:00 pm-12:15 pm

1 stop33h 15m

$469

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO - CTU

SFOCTU

San Francisco

Wed 5/14

3:30 pm-12:15 pm

2 stops53h 45m

$523

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 4/30

Showing 1-10 of 13 results
1
2

Best time to book a flight from Salinas to Chengdu

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Chengdu from Salinas with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Cheapflights Insights

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

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

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

The price you pay for your flight from Salinas to Chengdu may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 63 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 Salinas to Chengdu?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salinas to Chengdu (average of $885). Flying from Salinas 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 S9N to CTU?

Find hourly flight availability from Salinas 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.

When flying from Salinas 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.

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.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Salinas to Chengdu, such as Japan Airlines, ANA and China Southern. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,464 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

mark,Nov 2024

YVR - NRT

I like that flight because super nice and friendly. I’m a senior and quick not comfortable to ask what I need help. But would be nicer if they check us if we need any more help because we are not able to leave our seat. However Japan Aniline is my on top priority
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,464 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,464 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

mark,Nov 2024

YVR - NRT

I like that flight because super nice and friendly. I’m a senior and quick not comfortable to ask what I need help. But would be nicer if they check us if we need any more help because we are not able to leave our seat. However Japan Aniline is my on top priority
ANA
8.3
Very good
852 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,464 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

mark,Nov 2024

YVR - NRT

I like that flight because super nice and friendly. I’m a senior and quick not comfortable to ask what I need help. But would be nicer if they check us if we need any more help because we are not able to leave our seat. However Japan Aniline is my on top priority
China Southern
7.5
Good
96 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,464 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

mark,Nov 2024

YVR - NRT

I like that flight because super nice and friendly. I’m a senior and quick not comfortable to ask what I need help. But would be nicer if they check us if we need any more help because we are not able to leave our seat. However Japan Aniline is my on top priority
Air France
7.4
Good
1,446 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,464 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

mark,Nov 2024

YVR - NRT

I like that flight because super nice and friendly. I’m a senior and quick not comfortable to ask what I need help. But would be nicer if they check us if we need any more help because we are not able to leave our seat. However Japan Aniline is my on top priority
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,464 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

mark,Nov 2024

YVR - NRT

I like that flight because super nice and friendly. I’m a senior and quick not comfortable to ask what I need help. But would be nicer if they check us if we need any more help because we are not able to leave our seat. However Japan Aniline is my on top priority

Related info for your journey

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

    Chengdu (CTU) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Salinas to Chengdu. You should not have trouble finding flights to Chengdu from Salinas; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Salinas per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 4 airlines have flights to the Chengdu airport from Salinas. It is only a 9.4 mi journey from Chengdu (CTU) to Chengdu’s city center.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Salinas to Chengdu are China Eastern ($469), China Southern ($724), and Air China ($838).

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

See more FAQs

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Top 4 airlines flying from Salinas to Chengdu

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Salinas 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.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air ChinaCheapest$768Average$1,766FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
China EasternCheapest$864Average$1,188FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
China SouthernCheapest$881Average$1,633FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,145Average$1,665FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

100% Free

Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.

Book with Flexibility

Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees

Travel Smart

Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.