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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight to Chengdu? If you want to travel to Chengdu next month, return fares start from £409. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Chengdu.£384 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Sep, returning Thu, 8 Oct.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from London Gatwick on Tue, 29 Sep, arriving in Chengdu Shuangliu International.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Chengdu Shuangliu International on Thu, 8 Oct, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From £384, select.

Chengdu.£388 per passenger.Departing Tue, 24 Nov, returning Tue, 22 Dec.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from London Gatwick on Tue, 24 Nov, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Chengdu Shuangliu International on Tue, 22 Dec, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From £388, select.

Chengdu.£388 per passenger.Departing Tue, 27 Oct, returning Tue, 8 Dec.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from London Gatwick on Tue, 27 Oct, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Chengdu Shuangliu International on Tue, 8 Dec, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From £388, select.

Chengdu.£389 per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Nov, returning Tue, 24 Nov.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from London Gatwick on Tue, 10 Nov, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Chengdu Tianfu International on Tue, 24 Nov, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From £389, select.

Chengdu.£389 per passenger.Departing Tue, 27 Oct, returning Tue, 10 Nov.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from London Gatwick on Tue, 27 Oct, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Chengdu Shuangliu International on Tue, 10 Nov, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From £389, select.

Chengdu.£389 per passenger.Departing Sat, 19 Sep, returning Tue, 29 Sep.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from London Gatwick on Sat, 19 Sep, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Chengdu Shuangliu International on Tue, 29 Sep, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From £389, select.

Chengdu.£390 per passenger.Departing Tue, 15 Sep, returning Tue, 15 Dec.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from London Gatwick on Tue, 15 Sep, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Chengdu Shuangliu International on Tue, 15 Dec, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From £390, select.

Chengdu.£404 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Dec, returning Tue, 8 Dec.Return flight with Hainan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from London Heathrow on Wed, 2 Dec, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Inbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from Chengdu Tianfu International on Tue, 8 Dec, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From £404, select.

Chengdu.£409 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Oct, returning Thu, 15 Oct.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from London Gatwick on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in Chengdu Shuangliu International.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Chengdu Shuangliu International on Thu, 15 Oct, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From £409, select.

Chengdu.£410 per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Mar, returning Tue, 16 Mar.Return flight with Hainan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from London Heathrow on Wed, 3 Mar, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Inbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from Chengdu Tianfu International on Tue, 16 Mar, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From £410, select.

Chengdu.£430 per passenger.Departing Wed, 13 Jan, returning Tue, 26 Jan.Return flight with Hainan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from London Heathrow on Wed, 13 Jan, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Inbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from Chengdu Tianfu International on Tue, 26 Jan, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From £430, select.

Chengdu.£431 per passenger.Departing Mon, 21 Sep, returning Mon, 23 Nov.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from London Gatwick on Mon, 21 Sep, arriving in Chengdu Shuangliu International.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Chengdu Shuangliu International on Mon, 23 Nov, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From £431, select.

Chengdu.£432 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Dec, returning Tue, 2 Mar.Return flight with Juneyao Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Juneyao Airlines, departs from Manchester on Wed, 2 Dec, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Inbound indirect flight with Juneyao Airlines, departs from Chengdu Tianfu International on Tue, 2 Mar, arriving in Manchester.Price includes taxes and charges.From £432, select.

Chengdu.£449 per passenger.Departing Wed, 20 Jan, returning Tue, 2 Feb.Return flight with Hainan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from London Heathrow on Wed, 20 Jan, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Inbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from Chengdu Tianfu International on Tue, 2 Feb, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From £449, select.

Chengdu.£472 per passenger.Departing Fri, 25 Sep, returning Tue, 20 Oct.Return flight with Air China.Outbound direct flight with Air China departs from London Gatwick on Fri, 25 Sep, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Inbound direct flight with Air China departs from Chengdu Tianfu International on Tue, 20 Oct, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From £472, select.

Chengdu.£474 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Dec, returning Tue, 19 Jan.Return flight with Hainan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from London Heathrow on Wed, 30 Dec, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Inbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from Chengdu Tianfu International on Tue, 19 Jan, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From £474, select.

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Airports in Chengdu

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Chengdu Shuangliu International

9 miles from central Chengdu

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34 miles from central Chengdu

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Frequently asked questions

How long is the flight to Chengdu?

The average flight time to Chengdu is 10 hours and 40 minutes. We've calculated this based on journeys from London.

How many airports are there in Chengdu?

There are 2 airports in Chengdu: Chengdu Shuangliu International and Chengdu Tianfu International.

Which airlines offer direct flights to Chengdu?

Air China, TAP Air Portugal, Central Airlines all fly direct to Chengdu.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Chengdu?

The cheapest month to fly to Chengdu is usually September.

How can I find the best flight deal to Chengdu?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Chengdu but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

Can I get a direct flight to Chengdu?

Yes – you can fly direct to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport or Chengdu Tianfu International Airport, and the average flight time is 10 hours and 30 minutes.

How much are return flights to Chengdu?

The best price we found for a return flight to Chengdu is £384. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

Which is the cheapest airport in Chengdu?

The cheapest airport near Chengdu is Chengdu Shuangliu International – which is 8.9 miles away from the centre of Chengdu. We've found flights into this airport from £384.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly to Chengdu on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that the cheapest date to fly to Chengdu is Tuesday, 29 September 2026.

When is the best time to book flights to Chengdu?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Chengdu is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

What’s the weather like in Chengdu?

The average temperature in Chengdu in September is around 24°C. The warmest month in Chengdu is typically August, which averages 32°C. The coolest month is January, with temperatures averaging 3°C. The rainiest month is July, and it usually rains the least in December.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly to Chengdu with?

Currently, China Southern and Air China offer the cheapest flight tickets to Chengdu.

Flying to Chengdu

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	£384
Cheapest month to fly	September
Average flight time	10 hrs, 33 mins
Most popular airline	Air China
Average flights per week	19

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How to find cheap flights to Chengdu

£384 is the cheapest price for a return flight to Chengdu. For a one-way ticket, the lowest fare is £249.
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Roughly one month ahead is an ideal time to book your ticket. This is a general recommendation for finding the lowest fares.
Broaden your search for cheap flights to Chengdu by clicking the 'Add nearby airports' box. This lets you browse fares for other airports in the region, which could mean lower fares.
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Best time to go to Chengdu

If you're flexible with your dates, take advantage of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll help you find the cheapest month, and even day of the year, to fly.
To experience the city at its liveliest, lock in your flights for December. Travelling during high seasons typically means more things to do than at other times of the year.
March is the quietest time of year to visit if you want a more relaxed vibe. There's also a good chance you'll find cheaper prices on plane tickets to Chengdu then.
With averages of between 21ºC and 33ºC, August is when Chengdu is at its warmest. Schedule your visit around your weather preferences to get the most out of your trip.
January has the lowest temperatures, ranging from around 0ºC to 13ºC.
January is the driest month in Chengdu. You can leave your raincoat at home and enjoy clearer skies.

Flying to Chengdu: what you need to know

Most passengers travelling to the city come through Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU).
Offering direct flights to Chengdu, these airlines make getting to your destination easy:
Chengdu is in the UTC+8 timezone.
Find the right stay to complete your travel plans. Check out these top hotels once you've booked your plane ticket:

Getting to central Chengdu from Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU)

Central Chengdu is about 48 kms (30 miles) from TFU, the city's main gateway.
If you're catching a taxi or ride-sharing after your flight to Chengdu, it'll take around 50 minutes to reach the centre.
Expect the trip to take roughly 1 hour when using public transport.
Catch up on sleep or simply freshen up after your flight to Chengdu. These hotels near Chengdu Tianfu International Airport offer the perfect place to relax and unwind:
Chengdu Tianfu International Airport serves Chengdu and nearby areas in Sichuan, China.

Chengdu highlights

These leading sights should be on your itinerary after hopping off your flight to Chengdu:
- Sichuan Tower of China: Located around 10 kms (6 miles) north of the city centre, this landmark is an ideal spot to start your sightseeing in the city.
- Sichuan Museum: This will be another highlight of your trip. A top landmark, it's around 10 kms (6 miles) north of the heart of Chengdu.

Explore more of China

In the mood to keep exploring? Nanchong will add something special to your trip to China. It's about 193 kms (120 miles) east of Chengdu and features Lingyun Mountain Scenic Area, Nanchong Xishan Scenic Area - Wanjuanlou Scenic Area and Sichuan Nanchong Xishan Scenic Area Qileshan Scenic Area.
Zigong is another popular destination in China and is roughly 145 kms (90 miles) southeast of Chengdu. Get right to the good parts at attractions like Zigong Dinosaur Museum, Chinese Lantern Museum and Zigong Colored Lantern Park.
Or make your way to Neijiang, roughly 145 kms (90 miles) southeast of Chengdu. Neijiangdonglin Temple, Neijiang Banruo Temple and Southern Sichuan Prairie are just a taste of what's waiting.

Complete your trip with a Chengdu car rental

Thinking of renting a car in the city? Browse the car rentals in Chengdu and go wherever the road takes you. Easily compare rates in one place to find the ideal ride after you've booked your hotel and cheap flight to Chengdu.