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$389+ Cheap flights from Salinas, CA, CA to Chengdu (CTU)

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SFO — CTU
Nov 30 — Dec 71
Sun 11/30
Sun 12/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Salinas to Chengdu are usually found in August or September, booked 36 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Salinas to Chengdu

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Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$729
(Air China)

One-way from

$389
(FlightHub)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$1,002
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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 October 31, 2025.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. 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.
Fri 11/284:15 pmSFO - CTU
2 stops26h 15mAir China
Fri 12/510:00 pmCTU - SFO
1 stop27h 30mAir China
Deal found 10/31$870
This Air China deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. 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 Air China is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/285:45 pmSFO - CTU
2 stops24h 45mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/55:00 pmCTU - SFO
2 stops22h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/31$991
This Air China deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 China is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/55:50 pmSFO - CTU
2 stops24h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/218:00 amCTU - SFO
2 stops22h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/30$1,058
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Thu 12/2511:35 pmSFO - CTU
2 stops24h 45mChina Southern
Thu 1/88:30 amCTU - SFO
2 stops27h 10mChina Southern
Deal found 10/30$1,154
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/2812:55 pmSFO - CTU
1 stop41h 00mUnited Airlines
Fri 12/57:30 amCTU - SFO
1 stop17h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/31$1,271
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/148:25 amSFO - CTU
2 stops24h 30mChina Eastern
Sun 12/212:35 pmCTU - SFO
1 stop34h 25mChina Eastern
Deal found 10/30$1,507
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/147:25 pmSFO - CTU
3 stops34h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/215:30 pmCTU - SFO
2 stops36h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/30$1,559
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Sat 12/1312:25 pmSFO - CTU
2 stops44h 30mChina Eastern
Fri 12/268:50 pmCTU - SFO
1 stop28h 10mChina Eastern
Deal found 10/30$1,576

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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 October 31, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Salinas to Chengdu that are best for you.

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Salinas

Fly to

Chengdu

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO - CTU

SFOCTU

San Francisco

Wed 2/18

12:00 pm-8:45 pm

1 stop40h 45m

Chengdu

Wed 4/1

7:00 am-10:30 am

1 stop18h 30m

$729

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO - CTU

SFOCTU

San Francisco

Wed 2/18

12:00 pm-9:55 am

1 stop29h 55m

Chengdu

Tue 3/31

7:00 pm-10:30 am

1 stop30h 30m

$729

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO - CTU

SFOCTU

San Francisco

Mon 2/16

11:35 pm-9:20 pm

2 stops29h 45m

Chengdu

Thu 4/2

3:00 pm-8:30 pm

2 stops20h 30m

$733

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO - CTU

SFOCTU

San Francisco

Mon 2/16

11:35 pm-9:20 pm

2 stops29h 45m

Chengdu

Mon 3/30

1:00 pm-8:30 pm

2 stops22h 30m

$733

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO - CTU

SFOCTU

San Francisco

Tue 2/17

11:35 pm-11:55 am

1 stop20h 20m

Chengdu

Thu 4/2

9:00 am-8:30 pm

2 stops26h 30m

$750

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO - CTU

SFOCTU

San Francisco

Wed 2/18

12:00 pm-9:55 am

1 stop29h 55m

Chengdu

Fri 4/3

4:00 pm-10:30 am

1 stop33h 30m

$779

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO - CTU

SFOCTU

San Francisco

Mon 2/16

12:00 pm-12:55 am

1 stop20h 55m

Chengdu

Thu 4/2

6:55 am-9:30 am

1 stop17h 35m

$817

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO - CTU

SFOCTU

San Francisco

Wed 2/25

12:00 pm-10:30 am

1 stop30h 30m

Chengdu

Wed 3/11

7:00 am-10:30 am

1 stop18h 30m

$856

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO - CTU

SFOCTU

San Francisco

Sun 2/15

7:25 am-9:55 am

2 stops34h 30m

Chengdu

Thu 4/2

3:00 pm-12:11 am

2 stops24h 11m

$875

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO - CTU

SFOCTU

San Francisco

Sun 2/15

7:25 am-11:25 am

2 stops36h 00m

Chengdu

Fri 4/3

5:30 pm-10:30 am

1 stop32h 00m

$893

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 10/31

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Best time to book a flight from Salinas to Chengdu

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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 October 24, 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 34 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 $599). Flying from Salinas to Chengdu in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,282). 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 October 31, 2025.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 79% on flights from Salinas to Chengdu by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

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 October 31, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Cathay Pacific, China Southern, and United Airlines from Salinas to Chengdu by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,044 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Sep 2025

PNH - HKG

Everything was good except the typhoon that cause cancelation of my return flight with i had not got any compensation for
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,044 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,044 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Sep 2025

PNH - HKG

Everything was good except the typhoon that cause cancelation of my return flight with i had not got any compensation for
China Southern
7.5
Good
119 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,044 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Sep 2025

PNH - HKG

Everything was good except the typhoon that cause cancelation of my return flight with i had not got any compensation for
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,992 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,044 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Sep 2025

PNH - HKG

Everything was good except the typhoon that cause cancelation of my return flight with i had not got any compensation for
China Eastern
7.2
Good
174 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,044 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Sep 2025

PNH - HKG

Everything was good except the typhoon that cause cancelation of my return flight with i had not got any compensation for
Air China
7.1
Good
119 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,044 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Sep 2025

PNH - HKG

Everything was good except the typhoon that cause cancelation of my return flight with i had not got any compensation for

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 5 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.

  • How long is the flight from Salinas to Chengdu?

    Departing from Salinas to Chengdu will take you 29h 45m. The distance from Salinas to Chengdu is about 6851 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • 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 $599). Flying from Salinas to Chengdu in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,282). 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 Salinas to Chengdu

Discover the top 5 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 October 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Cathay PacificCheapest$703Average$1,066FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Air ChinaCheapest$745Average$1,106FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
China SouthernCheapest$805Average$992FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
China EasternCheapest$857Average$1,006FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,145Average$1,676FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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