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$759+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) 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 10/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WAS — CTU
Oct 16 — Oct 231
Thu 10/16
Thu 10/23
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Chengdu

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Washington, D.C. (WAS) 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 September 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,099
(IEagle)

One-way from

$759
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,384
From Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Chengdu
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Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Chengdu
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to Chengdu. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 16, 2025.

This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 IEagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/315:59 pmIAD - CTU
2 stops31h 31mAir China
Fri 11/75:00 pmCTU - IAD
2 stops27h 21mAir China
Deal found 9/16$1,099
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Wed 10/299:59 amDCA - CTU
2 stops37h 16mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/53:30 pmCTU - DCA
2 stops41h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$1,148
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Fri 10/319:59 amDCA - CTU
2 stops37h 16mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/75:35 pmCTU - DCA
2 stops39h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/16$1,193
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Fri 10/315:35 amBWI - CTU
2 stops31h 20mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/78:50 pmCTU - BWI
2 stops35h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/16$1,195
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Sat 10/46:30 amIAD - CTU
2 stops30h 35mAir China
Fri 10/1710:00 pmCTU - IAD
2 stops38h 45mAir China
Deal found 9/15$1,195
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/2312:45 pmIAD - CTU
2 stops33h 10mAir China
Wed 11/267:00 amCTU - IAD
2 stops25h 26mAir China
Deal found 9/16$1,332
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Tue 10/2810:10 pmIAD - CTU
2 stops36h 15mAir China
Fri 11/2110:00 amCTU - IAD
1 stop21h 30mAir China
Deal found 9/16$1,345
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Thu 10/165:42 pmIAD - CTU
2 stops28h 48mAir China
Tue 11/1810:00 pmCTU - IAD
2 stops34h 26mAir China
Deal found 9/15$1,403
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/66:50 pmIAD - CTU
2 stops41h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sat 12/205:30 pmCTU - IAD
2 stops59h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$1,455
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/229:20 pmIAD - CTU
2 stops50h 55mAir France
Tue 11/255:30 pmCTU - IAD
2 stops36h 05mAir France
Deal found 9/15$1,461
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Tue 10/1411:00 pmIAD - CTU
1 stop24h 55mAir China
Tue 11/1110:00 pmCTU - IAD
2 stops34h 26mAir China
Deal found 9/14$1,475
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/2110:20 pmIAD - CTU
2 stops51h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/255:30 pmCTU - IAD
2 stops34h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$1,483

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Washington, D.C. 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 September 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. to Chengdu that are best for you.

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Washington, D.C.Chengdu

DCA - CTU

DCACTU

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 10/29

9:59 am-11:15 am

2 stops37h 16m

Chengdu

Wed 11/5

3:30 pm-8:00 pm

2 stops41h 30m

$1,148

Washington, D.C.Chengdu

DCA - CTU

DCACTU

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 10/31

9:59 am-11:15 am

2 stops37h 16m

Chengdu

Fri 11/7

5:35 pm-8:00 pm

2 stops39h 25m

$1,193

Washington, D.C.Chengdu

IAD - CTU

IADCTU

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 10/4

6:30 am-1:05 am

2 stops30h 35m

Chengdu

Fri 10/17

10:00 pm-12:45 am

2 stops38h 45m

$1,195

BaltimoreChengdu

BWI - CTU

BWICTU

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 10/31

5:35 am-4:15 pm

3 stops46h 40m

Chengdu

Fri 11/7

8:50 pm-7:19 pm

2 stops35h 29m

$1,209

Washington, D.C.Chengdu

IAD - CTU

IADCTU

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 10/23

12:45 pm-9:55 am

2 stops33h 10m

Chengdu

Wed 11/26

7:00 am-7:26 pm

2 stops25h 26m

$1,332

Washington, D.C.Chengdu

IAD - CTU

IADCTU

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 10/28

10:10 pm-10:25 pm

2 stops36h 15m

Chengdu

Fri 11/21

10:00 am-6:30 pm

1 stop21h 30m

$1,345

Washington, D.C.Chengdu

IAD - CTU

IADCTU

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 2/23

12:38 pm-12:30 pm

2 stops34h 52m

Chengdu

Thu 2/26

1:45 pm-7:12 am

2 stops30h 27m

$1,401

Washington, D.C.Chengdu

IAD - CTU

IADCTU

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 10/16

5:42 pm-10:30 am

2 stops28h 48m

Chengdu

Tue 11/18

10:00 pm-7:26 pm

2 stops34h 26m

$1,403

Washington, D.C.Chengdu

IAD - CTU

IADCTU

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 12/6

6:50 pm-12:55 am

2 stops41h 05m

Chengdu

Sat 12/20

5:30 pm-4:05 pm

2 stops59h 35m

$1,455

Washington, D.C.Chengdu

IAD - CTU

IADCTU

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 10/28

7:50 pm-12:55 am

2 stops41h 05m

Chengdu

Fri 11/21

2:35 pm-4:35 pm

2 stops39h 00m

$1,461

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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 September 16, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Washington, D.C. to Chengdu, such as Air China. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air China
7.3
Good
101 reviews

Comfort

7.0

Overall

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.2

Food

7.0

Crew

7.9

Reviews

1 / 1
10.0
Excellent

Vanina,Jun 2025

LHR - PEK

Very good but something happened with my flight # my booking had a 22.40 departure only to find out when check in that I was booked on the 20.40 flight so I had to run through a short connection. Never k we why this happened.
Air China
7.3
Good
101 reviews
Air China
7.3
Good
101 reviews

Comfort

7.0

Overall

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.2

Food

7.0

Crew

7.9

Reviews

1 / 1
10.0
Excellent

Vanina,Jun 2025

LHR - PEK

Very good but something happened with my flight # my booking had a 22.40 departure only to find out when check in that I was booked on the 20.40 flight so I had to run through a short connection. Never k we why this happened.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C.?

    Chengdu (CTU), located 9.4 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Washington, D.C. to Chengdu. 1 airline have flights to Chengdu from Washington, D.C. on a regular basis. Booking flights from Washington, D.C. to Chengdu should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Washington, D.C. per day.

  • How long is the flight from Washington, D.C. to Chengdu?

    Air China can get you from Washington, D.C. to Chengdu in just under 30h 35m. Your travel time can differ by up to . The distance between Washington, D.C. and Chengdu is about 7627 mi.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Washington, D.C. to Chengdu round-trip?

    According to our current data, Air China ($1,110), offers the cheapest pricing from Washington, D.C. to Chengdu. This flight start at 39% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. to Chengdu?

    Most travelers choose Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Chengdu, Baltimore/Washington - Chengdu or Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Chengdu when deciding on the best route from Washington, D.C. to Chengdu.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Chengdu that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Chengdu?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Washington, D.C. to Chengdu?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. to Chengdu?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Chengdu (average of $885). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Chengdu in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,650). 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 airline flying from Washington, D.C. to Chengdu

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air ChinaCheapest$1,110Average$1,556FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%

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