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Flight deals from Penang to Chengdu

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Penang Airport to Chengdu? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from £213. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Chengdu.£99 per passenger.Departing Thu, 16 Jul.One-way flight with BatikAir Malaysia.Outbound indirect flight with BatikAir Malaysia, departs from Penang on Thu, 16 Jul, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £99, select.

Chengdu.£99 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Oct.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Penang on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £99, select.

Chengdu.£102 per passenger.Departing Fri, 25 Sep.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Penang on Fri, 25 Sep, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £102, select.

Chengdu.£106 per passenger.Departing Wed, 19 Aug.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Penang on Wed, 19 Aug, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £106, select.

Chengdu.£113 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Mar.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Penang on Mon, 1 Mar, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £113, select.

Chengdu.£113 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Dec.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Penang on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £113, select.

Chengdu.£113 per passenger.Departing Fri, 22 Jan.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Penang on Fri, 22 Jan, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £113, select.

Chengdu.£113 per passenger.Departing Thu, 26 Nov.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Penang on Thu, 26 Nov, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £113, select.

Chengdu.£147 per passenger.Departing Thu, 16 Jul.One-way flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Sichuan Airlines departs from Penang on Thu, 16 Jul, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £147, select.

Chengdu.£148 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Jun.One-way flight with Shanghai Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Shanghai Airlines, departs from Penang on Tue, 1 Jun, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £148, select.

Chengdu.£160 per passenger.Departing Thu, 13 May.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Penang on Thu, 13 May, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £160, select.

Chengdu.£164 per passenger.Departing Thu, 15 Apr.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Penang on Thu, 15 Apr, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £164, select.

Chengdu.£167 per passenger.Departing Tue, 23 Feb.One-way flight with BatikAir Malaysia.Outbound indirect flight with BatikAir Malaysia, departs from Penang on Tue, 23 Feb, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £167, select.

Chengdu.£170 per passenger.Departing Tue, 6 Jul.One-way flight with Xiamen Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Xiamen Airlines, departs from Penang on Tue, 6 Jul, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £170, select.

Chengdu.£196 per passenger.Departing Tue, 6 Jul.One-way flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Sichuan Airlines departs from Penang on Tue, 6 Jul, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £196, select.

Chengdu.£196 per passenger.Departing Sun, 2 Aug.One-way flight with Sichuan Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Sichuan Airlines departs from Penang on Sun, 2 Aug, arriving in Chengdu Tianfu International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £196, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Penang to Chengdu

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Penang to Chengdu flights are currently cheapest in July.

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Direct flights from Penang to Chengdu

Alternative Penang to Chengdu routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Penang to Chengdu? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Chengdu Shuangliu International

9 miles from central Chengdu

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from £125

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Chengdu Tianfu International

34 miles from central Chengdu

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from £99

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George Town to Chengdu: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	£99
Cheapest month to fly	July
Average flight time	4 hrs, 10 mins
Most popular airline	Sichuan Airlines
Average flights per week	9

Finding cheap flights from Penang to Chengdu: Frequently asked questions

How many airports are there in Chengdu?

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

How much are return flights from Penang to Chengdu?

The best price we found for a return flight from Penang to Chengdu is £193. 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.

How long does it take to fly from Penang to Chengdu?

4 hours and 10 minutes is the average flight time from Penang to Chengdu.

Which airlines fly direct from Penang to Chengdu?

Sichuan Airlines and China Southern fly direct from Penang to Chengdu.

How many flights are there a week from Penang to Chengdu?

As of July 2026, there are 9 flights per week flying from Penang to Chengdu.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Penang to Chengdu?

The cheapest month to fly from Penang to Chengdu is usually October.

Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in Chengdu?

If you're flying from Penang Airport, the cheapest airport near Chengdu is Chengdu Tianfu International – which is 33.9 miles away from the centre of Chengdu. We've found flights into this airport from £193.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Penang Airport to Chengdu on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Penang Airport to Chengdu on Thursday, 1 October 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Penang Airport to Chengdu?

Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 10 minutes.

How can I get the best flight deal from Penang Airport 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.

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?

In July, the average temperature is usually around 27°C. July is typically the warmest month in Chengdu, when it usually averages around 31°C. You can expect the least rain in December. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 0°C. The rainiest month is August.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Penang Airport to Chengdu with?

Currently, AirAsia and Sichuan Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Chengdu.

Travelling from Penang International Airport (PEN) to Chengdu: what you need to know

Expect to be travelling for 4 hours 25 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct flight from Penang International Airport to Chengdu.
Chengdu's timezone is UTC+8, which is the same as George Town (the location of Penang International Airport).
The most popular route is from Penang International Airport (PEN) to Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU). You can choose from seven services every week between these two airports. Sichuan Airlines offers a 01:00 departure between PEN and TFU.
To avoid missing your PEN to Chengdu flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as January. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
You can book a direct Penang International Airport to Chengdu ticket. Begin your journey at PEN and end it at Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU).
Take to the skies with Sichuan Airlines. This well-known carrier operates direct flights from Penang International Airport to Chengdu.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially score a cheaper plane ticket from PEN to Chengdu. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Give yourself a breather (and maybe even a better deal) by stopping at one of these popular options:
- Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
- Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
- Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
The journey from central George Town to PEN takes about 55 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 14 kms (9 miles) in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Booked an early flight from Penang International Airport to Chengdu? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near PEN:
68% of flights that depart Penang International Airport land at their destination on time.

How to find the cheapest flights from Penang International Airport (PEN) to Chengdu

£99 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Penang International Airport to Chengdu flight. A return plane ticket starts at £193. These fares may change depending on demand.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from PEN to Chengdu if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Penang International Airport to Chengdu across the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
You don't need to keep looking every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's an extra saving on cheap flights from PEN to Chengdu.
Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Penang International Airport to Chengdu by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'

Airports in Chengdu

Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU)

Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU) is around 48 kms (30 miles) from central Chengdu. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 50 minutes.
Travelling by public transport takes about 1 hour.
If you have a late flight from Penang International Airport to Chengdu, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near TFU:

Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU)

The centre of Chengdu is around 16 kms (10 miles) from Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU). Once your flight from Penang International Airport to Chengdu has landed and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 35 minutes.
The trip will take about 45 minutes on public transport.
After stepping off your PEN to Chengdu flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel near CTU. These are some comfortable options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
You'll find Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport at Airport Expressway Entrance.

Best time to go to Chengdu

December is the quietest month for flights from Penang International Airport to Chengdu, while February is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Chengdu based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Chengdu is August, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC and 33ºC. Book your Penang International Airport to Chengdu plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from PEN to Chengdu in January when temperatures average between 0ºC and 13ºC.

More about Chengdu

When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Chengdu right here. Explore these options once you've locked in your flight from Penang International Airport to Chengdu:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Jinli Ancient Street, Tianfu Panda Tower and Sichuan Museum are top sights which should feature on any well-planned Chengdu itinerary.

Explore more of China

Nanchong is just one of the many cities in China waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Chengdu. Around 193 kms (120 miles) away to the east, top sights here include Lingyun Mountain Scenic Area, Xishan Scenic Area and Sichuan Nanchong Xishan Scenic Area Qileshan Scenic Area.
Tianshui is another favourite destination in China and is around 467 kms (290 miles) north of Chengdu. No trip is complete without experiencing Qimulin Mountain, Yuquan Temple and Tianshui Shenjin Mountain Provincial Forest Park.