Chengdu

$376+ Cheap flights from the United States to Chengdu (CTU)

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LAX — CTU
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Cheap flight deals from USA to Chengdu

Keep the following information in mind while searching for USA to Chengdu flight deals. Data was last updated enero 8, 2026.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$694
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$376
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,159

Good round-trip deal

$631 or less

Good one-way deal

$345 or less
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From USA to Chengdu
One-way flight from USA to Chengdu
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 25% potential increase in price ($508 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($66 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from USA to Chengdu.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from USA to Chengdu.

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Cheapest flights from USA to Chengdu
Explore the most affordable flight options available from USA to Chengdu. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on enero 8, 2026.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. 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.
jue. 1/2211:35 pmSFO - CTU
2 stops31h 45mChina Southern
mié. 3/1110:30 pmCTU - SFO
2 stops37h 10mChina Southern
Deal found 1/5$694
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. 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.
jue. 1/2212:00 pmSFO - CTU
1 stop32h 35mChina Eastern
mié. 3/119:15 pmCTU - SFO
1 stop27h 45mChina Eastern
Deal found 1/5$706
This China Southern deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. 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 Southern is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 1/1911:35 pmSFO - CTU
2 stops29h 45mChina Southern
mié. 3/117:30 pmCTU - SFO
2 stops40h 10mChina Southern
Deal found 1/5$716
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. 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.
sáb. 1/2412:00 pmSFO - CTU
1 stop20h 55mChina Eastern
mié. 3/119:15 pmCTU - SFO
1 stop27h 45mChina Eastern
Deal found 1/5$726
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/8. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 1/267:30 amSFO - CTU
2 stops25h 25mMultiple Airlines
mié. 2/259:15 pmCTU - SFO
1 stop27h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/8$746
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/8. 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.
lun. 1/2612:00 pmSFO - CTU
1 stop20h 55mChina Eastern
mié. 2/252:35 pmCTU - SFO
1 stop34h 25mChina Eastern
Deal found 1/8$754
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. 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.
jue. 1/2212:00 pmSFO - CTU
1 stop20h 55mChina Eastern
vie. 3/132:35 pmCTU - SFO
1 stop34h 25mChina Eastern
Deal found 1/5$771
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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.
jue. 1/1512:00 pmSFO - CTU
1 stop20h 55mChina Eastern
mié. 1/212:35 pmCTU - SFO
1 stop34h 25mChina Eastern
Deal found 1/6$792
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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.
mar. 2/1711:35 pmSFO - CTU
1 stop31h 45mChina Southern
mar. 3/35:30 pmCTU - SFO
1 stop18h 10mChina Southern
Deal found 1/7$804
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mar. 1/2711:35 pmSFO - CTU
1 stop26h 40mChina Southern
lun. 2/912:30 pmCTU - SFO
2 stops23h 10mChina Southern
Deal found 1/5$811
This China Southern deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. 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 Southern is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 1/2011:35 pmSFO - CTU
1 stop24h 45mChina Southern
vie. 3/1310:30 pmCTU - SFO
1 stop37h 10mChina Southern
Deal found 1/5$826
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 3/2212:30 pmLAX - CTU
1 stop33h 05mChina Eastern
dom. 3/294:00 pmCTU - LAX
1 stop33h 05mChina Eastern
Deal found 1/7$839

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from the United States to Chengdu that are best for you.

Fly from

USA

Fly to

Chengdu

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO - CTU

SFOCTU

San Francisco

mar. 1/20

11:35 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop29h 45m

Chengdu

mar. 3/10

5:30 pm-8:40 pm

1 stop18h 10m

$716

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO - CTU

SFOCTU

San Francisco

lun. 1/26

12:00 pm-12:55 am

1 stop20h 55m

Chengdu

mié. 2/25

2:35 pm-9:00 am

1 stop34h 25m

$754

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO - CTU

SFOCTU

San Francisco

mar. 2/17

11:35 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop31h 45m

Chengdu

mar. 3/3

5:30 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop18h 10m

$804

Los AngelesChengdu

LAX - CTU

LAXCTU

Los Angeles

dom. 3/22

12:30 pm-12:35 pm

1 stop33h 05m

Chengdu

dom. 3/29

4:00 pm-10:05 am

1 stop33h 05m

$839

Los AngelesChengdu

LAX - CTU

LAXCTU

Los Angeles

mar. 2/3

11:30 am-12:55 am

1 stop21h 25m

Chengdu

vie. 2/27

9:15 pm-9:05 am

1 stop27h 50m

$843

Los AngelesChengdu

LAX - CTU

LAXCTU

Los Angeles

jue. 4/2

11:50 am-10:45 am

2 stops31h 55m

Chengdu

jue. 4/16

7:00 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop39h 40m

$847

Los AngelesChengdu

LAX - CTU

LAXCTU

Los Angeles

mié. 4/15

11:50 pm-8:00 pm

2 stops29h 10m

Chengdu

mié. 4/22

3:00 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop19h 40m

$850

Los AngelesChengdu

LAX - CTU

LAXCTU

Los Angeles

mar. 1/20

8:55 pm-4:00 pm

2 stops27h 05m

Chengdu

mar. 2/3

2:00 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop20h 00m

$856

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO - CTU

SFOCTU

San Francisco

lun. 3/30

12:00 pm-3:15 pm

1 stop36h 15m

Chengdu

mar. 4/14

1:30 pm-3:18 pm

2 stops40h 48m

$865

San FranciscoChengdu

SFO - CTU

SFOCTU

San Francisco

mié. 4/1

8:55 am-3:15 pm

2 stops39h 20m

Chengdu

sáb. 4/11

6:55 am-9:05 am

1 stop17h 10m

$883

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Everything you need to know about your flight from the United States to Chengdu

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to Chengdu (average of $358). Flying from USA 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.

The best insider tips for theUnited States to Chengdu flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your theUnited States to Chengdu trip
Airlines
Asiana Airlines

Asiana's Business Suite on A380 offers 25”-wide seats converting to 81” beds with 32” screens.


Asiana's Economy Smartium on A350 offers 36” seat pitch and extra legroom in select rows.

Air China

Air China offers award space for Star Alliance partners, ideal for MileagePlus members seeking redemption opportunities.


Air China's Boeing 747 offers first class with privacy walls and Western dining options.

China Southern

China Southern's first class offers cocoon-style seats that turn into fully flat beds with extra privacy.


China Southern's SkyTV offers movies, games, and free Wi-Fi on many routes.

China Eastern

China Eastern's staggered mini-suites offer privacy with individual doors on Boeing 787 and Airbus A350.


China Eastern's Premium Economy offers larger recliner seats and leg rests on A350 and 787 flights.

United Airlines

United's Polaris Business Class offers lie-flat seats, Saks Fifth Avenue bedding, and priority check-in.


United's Premium Plus offers extra legroom, upgraded meals, and two checked bags on international flights.

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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 enero 8, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Sichuan Airlines, Cathay Pacific, and China Southern from the United States 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.

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.7

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 1
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Sep 2025

TFU - FCO

Not the most exciting business class experience out there, the seat was OK though rather narrow and poorly upholstered; bedding was mediocre quality. Functional more than anything else. Food mediocre, no choice of menu. Staff seem to do their best despite language barrier and differing service expectations in terms of what J class should be today.

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.7

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 1
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Sep 2025

TFU - FCO

Not the most exciting business class experience out there, the seat was OK though rather narrow and poorly upholstered; bedding was mediocre quality. Functional more than anything else. Food mediocre, no choice of menu. Staff seem to do their best despite language barrier and differing service expectations in terms of what J class should be today.

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.7

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 1
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Sep 2025

TFU - FCO

Not the most exciting business class experience out there, the seat was OK though rather narrow and poorly upholstered; bedding was mediocre quality. Functional more than anything else. Food mediocre, no choice of menu. Staff seem to do their best despite language barrier and differing service expectations in terms of what J class should be today.

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.7

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 1
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Sep 2025

TFU - FCO

Not the most exciting business class experience out there, the seat was OK though rather narrow and poorly upholstered; bedding was mediocre quality. Functional more than anything else. Food mediocre, no choice of menu. Staff seem to do their best despite language barrier and differing service expectations in terms of what J class should be today.

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.7

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 1
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Sep 2025

TFU - FCO

Not the most exciting business class experience out there, the seat was OK though rather narrow and poorly upholstered; bedding was mediocre quality. Functional more than anything else. Food mediocre, no choice of menu. Staff seem to do their best despite language barrier and differing service expectations in terms of what J class should be today.

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.7

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 1
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Sep 2025

TFU - FCO

Not the most exciting business class experience out there, the seat was OK though rather narrow and poorly upholstered; bedding was mediocre quality. Functional more than anything else. Food mediocre, no choice of menu. Staff seem to do their best despite language barrier and differing service expectations in terms of what J class should be today.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from USA 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 United States?

    For a flight from United States to Chengdu, you will be flying into Chengdu. Chengdu (CTU) is just 9.4 mi from the center of the city.

  • How long is the flight from USA to Chengdu?

    Airlines like China Southern, China Eastern, and Air China fly from USA to Chengdu in about 20h 55m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 8h 50m. USA and Chengdu are separated by a distance of 6851 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from USA to Chengdu are Sichuan Airlines ($355), Air China ($372), and China Eastern ($377).

  • What are the most popular routes from USA to Chengdu?

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to Chengdu (average of $358). Flying from USA 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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Top 6 airlines flying from USA to Chengdu

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from USA 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 enero 8, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air ChinaCheapest$674Average$1,117FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
China EasternCheapest$683Average$1,092FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
China SouthernCheapest$702Average$912FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Cathay PacificCheapest$703Average$1,066FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$964Average$1,740FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,146Average$1,665FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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