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$425+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) 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 11/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — CTU
Nov 19 — Nov 261
Wed 11/19
Wed 11/26
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Chengdu

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) 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 October 20, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$733
(Travelocity)

One-way from

$425
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$1,002
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Chengdu
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Chengdu. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 20, 2025.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/18. 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.
Wed 11/1912:00 pmSFO - CTU
1 stop31h 50mAir China
Wed 11/267:00 amCTU - SFO
1 stop18h 30mAir China
Deal found 10/18$781
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/19. 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 10/271:00 pmSFO - CTU
1 stop32h 35mChina Eastern
Sun 11/93:35 pmCTU - SFO
1 stop33h 25mChina Eastern
Deal found 10/19$817
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/18. 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 11/168:25 amSFO - CTU
2 stops24h 30mChina Eastern
Sun 11/235:30 pmCTU - SFO
1 stop31h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 10/18$857
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/19. 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 11/1712:00 pmSFO - CTU
1 stop20h 55mChina Eastern
Mon 11/242:35 pmCTU - SFO
2 stops40h 00mChina Eastern
Deal found 10/19$863
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/19. 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 10/271:00 pmSFO - CTU
1 stop20h 55mChina Eastern
Thu 11/138:10 amCTU - SFO
1 stop16h 50mChina Eastern
Deal found 10/19$875
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/19. 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 11/167:25 amSFO - CTU
2 stops34h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/2310:00 amCTU - SFO
2 stops40h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/19$880
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/18. 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.
Sat 11/1512:00 pmSFO - CTU
1 stop18h 25mAir China
Sat 11/227:00 amCTU - SFO
1 stop18h 30mAir China
Deal found 10/18$882
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/19. 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.
Mon 11/174:15 pmSFO - CTU
2 stops27h 10mAir China
Mon 11/245:00 pmCTU - SFO
2 stops30h 24mAir China
Deal found 10/19$890
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/19. 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.
Wed 10/291:00 pmSFO - CTU
1 stop19h 35mAir China
Tue 11/112:30 pmCTU - SFO
1 stop35h 00mAir China
Deal found 10/19$893
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/18. 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.
Wed 11/1912:00 pmSFO - CTU
2 stops29h 50mAir China
Tue 11/2511:45 amCTU - SFO
1 stop37h 45mAir China
Deal found 10/18$897
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/19. 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 10/271:00 pmSFO - CTU
1 stop31h 30mChina Eastern
Sat 11/88:10 amCTU - SFO
1 stop16h 50mChina Eastern
Deal found 10/19$900

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 20, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Chengdu that are best for you.

Fly from

San Francisco

Fly to

Chengdu

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO - CTU

SFOCTU

San Francisco

Tue 3/3

11:35 pm-11:15 am

1 stop19h 40m

Chengdu

Fri 3/13

10:30 pm-8:40 pm

1 stop37h 10m

$788

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO - CTU

SFOCTU

San Francisco

Tue 1/6

3:40 pm-9:55 pm

2 stops38h 15m

Chengdu

Fri 1/16

9:30 am-1:40 pm

2 stops20h 10m

$803

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO - CTU

SFOCTU

San Francisco

Mon 11/17

12:00 pm-12:55 am

1 stop20h 55m

Chengdu

Mon 11/24

2:35 pm-2:35 pm

2 stops40h 00m

$863

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO - CTU

SFOCTU

San Francisco

Thu 10/30

1:25 pm-12:30 pm

2 stops32h 05m

Chengdu

Wed 11/12

9:00 am-9:30 am

1 stop16h 30m

$903

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO - CTU

SFOCTU

San Francisco

Thu 11/20

9:05 am-10:30 am

2 stops33h 25m

Chengdu

Wed 11/26

8:00 am-9:30 am

1 stop17h 30m

$916

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO - CTU

SFOCTU

San Francisco

Fri 1/16

7:30 am-11:15 am

2 stops35h 45m

Chengdu

Fri 1/23

10:30 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop37h 10m

$941

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO - CTU

SFOCTU

San Francisco

Thu 10/30

1:00 pm-12:25 am

1 stop20h 25m

Chengdu

Mon 11/10

8:10 am-9:00 am

1 stop16h 50m

$950

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO - CTU

SFOCTU

San Francisco

Thu 3/26

12:35 am-10:45 am

2 stops43h 10m

Chengdu

Sun 4/12

1:30 pm-9:30 am

1 stop35h 00m

$953

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO - CTU

SFOCTU

San Francisco

Tue 3/24

8:55 am-12:35 pm

2 stops36h 40m

Chengdu

Tue 3/31

6:55 am-3:13 pm

2 stops23h 18m

$1,067

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO - CTU

SFOCTU

San Francisco

Sat 12/27

11:35 pm-2:10 pm

1 stop22h 35m

Chengdu

Mon 1/12

8:30 am-7:40 pm

2 stops27h 10m

$1,105

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 10/19

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Compare providers for flights from San Francisco to Chengdu

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Francisco to Chengdu in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Chengdu flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-Chengdu flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-Chengdu flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Chengdu flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San Francisco-Chengdu flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Chengdu

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Chengdu from San Francisco with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to Chengdu

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Chengdu. Price data was last updated on October 17, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Francisco to Chengdu, you should look to book at least 34 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 San Francisco to Chengdu?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Chengdu (average of $599). Flying from San Francisco to Chengdu in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,373). 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 SFO to CTU?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 20, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from San Francisco to Chengdu in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 92% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

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 20, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Cathay Pacific, China Southern, and United Airlines from San Francisco to Chengdu to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,034 reviews

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

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
1,034 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,034 reviews

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

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
7.4
Good
116 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,034 reviews

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

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
8,991 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,034 reviews

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

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
172 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,034 reviews

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

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
7.2
Good
115 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,034 reviews

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

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 San Francisco to Chengdu. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from San Francisco to Chengdu?

    China Southern, China Eastern, and Air China can get you from San Francisco to Chengdu in just under 19h 40m. Your travel time can differ by up to 12h 25m. The distance between San Francisco and Chengdu is about 6851 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Francisco to Chengdu round-trip?

    Cathay Pacific, at $703, was found to be the cheapest airline from San Francisco to Chengdu.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Air China and China Southern. Cathay Pacific is 39% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to Chengdu?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Chengdu?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Chengdu (average of $599). Flying from San Francisco to Chengdu in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,373). 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 San Francisco to Chengdu

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Cathay PacificCheapest$703Average$1,066FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Air ChinaCheapest$745Average$1,112FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
China SouthernCheapest$805Average$992FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
China EasternCheapest$864Average$1,006FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,145Average$1,676FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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