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WAS — CTU
24 Mar — 31 Mar1
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Flights to Chengdu in 2024

Find the latest flights to Chengdu in 2024, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 651,626 searches and data was last updated on 19 March 2024.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,059

Return from

$643

One-way from

$392
High demand for flights, 11% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 2% potential price drop
Average for return flights in March 2024
From Sydney Kingsford Smith to Chengdu
One-way flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) to Chengdu (CTU)

Average price of flights to Chengdu by month

Plan your trip to Chengdu by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight to Chengdu is currently $0 while a return flight costs $0. Price data was last updated on 17 March 2024.

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to Chengdu (average of $468). Flying to Chengdu in December will prove the most costly (average of $845). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

January

$922

February

$737

March

$713

April

$806

May

$803

June

$952

July

$853

August

$850

September

$897

October

$754

November

$739

December

$1,287

Chengdu is generally mild and humid, although the climate is monsoon-influenced which means the city does experiences some rainfall.

Winter, from December through February, sees temperature in the single digits, going up to just over 10 degrees Celsius. This can be a pleasant time to visit. If you don`t mind the cold then you can find cheap flights to Chengdu, as these are the months with the least rainfall.

The summer months of June to August experience temperatures up to the high 20s and an increase in rainfall, particularly in July. These conditions can be off putting for some tourists and you should keep the weather in mind when packing.

In terms of the weather, the ideal times to visit the city are from March to May and September to November. Temperatures are much more pleasant during these months, ranging from just under 10 degrees to the mid-20s and although there is some rain, particularly in May and September, it is significantly less than in the summer.

If you wish to experience Chengdu during the magical atmosphere of one of its festivals, then you will be spoilt for choice, as a number of events take place all through the year. The Lantern Festival officially ends the Lunar New Year celebrations, with a bright and colourful display of lanterns which illuminate parks, as well as traditional folk dancing and acrobatic performances. Around a million visitors descend onto the city for this celebration which takes place around January/February. Finding cheap flights to Chengdu for this period might be difficult. A number of other festivals also take place which are focused on beautiful flowers. This includes the Chengdu International Peach Blossom Festival (March), Xindu Lotus Festival (June/August) and Tianpeng Peony Fair (April).

Temperature and rainfall in Chengdu by month

Plan your trip to Chengdu by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

CTU

Temperature

6 - 25 °C

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chengdu, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 25.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 6.0 C).

When is the best time to book a flight to Chengdu?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight to Chengdu. Price data was last updated on 28 January 2024.
The best time to book flights to Chengdu is 66 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.
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When is the cheapest time to fly to Chengdu?

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Users looking for the lowest fares to Chengdu should consider flying on Friday afternoons, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Monday mornings, when prices are usually at their highest.
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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 19 March 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with China Eastern and China Southern to Chengdu by reading reviews from past customers. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
7.9
Good
390 reviews

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.0

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 1

Pros: It was a newer model of the plane that I flew out with and it showed. Excellent interior, food was better than the previous flight. Very comfortable and functional for each individual . Crew were fantastic in there dealings with the passengers Overall a very pleasant experienceCons: The inflight entertainment was not as good as I expected. To the extent there wasn’t anything that I wanted to watch as I’d seen the only 2 films that I wanted to watch in my previous long haul leg. TV series were severely lacking in choice as was the latest movies.

7.9
Good
390 reviews
7.9
Good
390 reviews

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.0

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 1

Pros: It was a newer model of the plane that I flew out with and it showed. Excellent interior, food was better than the previous flight. Very comfortable and functional for each individual . Crew were fantastic in there dealings with the passengers Overall a very pleasant experienceCons: The inflight entertainment was not as good as I expected. To the extent there wasn’t anything that I wanted to watch as I’d seen the only 2 films that I wanted to watch in my previous long haul leg. TV series were severely lacking in choice as was the latest movies.

7.2
Good
724 reviews
7.9
Good
390 reviews

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.0

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 1

Pros: It was a newer model of the plane that I flew out with and it showed. Excellent interior, food was better than the previous flight. Very comfortable and functional for each individual . Crew were fantastic in there dealings with the passengers Overall a very pleasant experienceCons: The inflight entertainment was not as good as I expected. To the extent there wasn’t anything that I wanted to watch as I’d seen the only 2 films that I wanted to watch in my previous long haul leg. TV series were severely lacking in choice as was the latest movies.

Why visit

The capital of the Sichuan province and one of China’s most populous cities, Chengdu has a remarkably laid-back atmosphere considering its size. Although the centre of the city is a continuous hive of activity, Chengdu is often referred to as the ‘Land of Milk and Honey’, due to its wealth of green spaces and agricultural heritage. Indeed, the city is located on the edge of the richly fertile plains of the Sichuan Red Basin.

With Sichuan being one of only three provinces in China where pandas can be found in the wild, many visitors take cheap flights to Chengdu just to encounter the world’s most adored animal species. Located just a short distance from the city centre, the Giant Panda Research Base is one of the most popular tourist attractions in the area. Home to over 50 giant pandas, the base is best visited during the morning as this is the time when the inhabitants are most active. Back in the centre of the city, there are a number of attractions which appeal to those who have an interest in Chinese history. The Wenshu Temple is the largest Buddhist place of worship in the city and enjoys a serene atmosphere all of its own. This wonderfully peaceful temple is situated in one of the city’s older neighbourhoods, featuring narrow streets which are lined with shops, food stalls and tea-houses.

To experience the more modern side of the city, the place to head for is Chunxi Road. This vibrant area is home to a wealth of brand name stores, cinemas and restaurants serving all manner of international cuisine.

Getting around Chengdu

Like most major cities in China, the roads in Chengdu are often incredibly busy. The network of buses in the city is extensive and exact fares are required to board as change is not given. As with the airport, taxis in the city are either green or blue but be aware that most of the drivers do not speak English.

Getting to the city from the airport

Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU) is one of the busiest airports in China and is located approximately 20 km from the city centre. If you fly to Chengdu Airport an express bus service leaves from outside the main terminal building at regular intervals throughout the day. Official taxis are either coloured green and yellow or blue and yellow and are all metered.  

  • What does CTU mean?

    This is just an IATA (International Air Transport Association) code. IATA codes are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a Chengdu Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a CTU flight.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Chengdu?

    Booking a flight to Chengdu (CTU) is your only option if you intend on flying to Chengdu. It is only a 15.1 km journey from Chengdu to Chengdu’s city centre.

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