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Cheap flights from Sydney to Chengdu from $649

This is the cheapest return flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
SYD — CTU
3 May — 10 May1
1 adult
Fri 3/5
Fri 10/5

The best prices from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Chengdu are usually found in October or July, booked 66 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Sydney to Chengdu

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sydney (SYD) 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 28 April 2024.

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December

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October

Average price

$1,328

Round-trip from

$578
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From Sydney Kingsford Smith to Chengdu
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What is the cheapest day to fly return from Sydney to Chengdu?

Sunday flights are found to be more expensive to fly from Sydney to Chengdu. This shouldn’t discourage you from searching, as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to Chengdu.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Sydney to Chengdu?

To save on the cost of your flight from Sydney to Chengdu, book at least 50 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 17% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from $888 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as $1,097.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Chengdu?

The best pricing can be found in the month of October. Prices to Chengdu from Sydney average $1,115. You can even find prices in October for less than $1,115, as users have found deals to Chengdu from as low as $660. The month of December appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to Chengdu from Sydney. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 29%.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Sydney to Chengdu (SYD - CTU)?

It’s typically best to fly out from Sydney to Chengdu at midday. Doing so could potentially save you 21% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

Cheap China Southern flights from Sydney to Chengdu

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by China Southern for the route between Sydney and Chengdu. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 564,933 searches. Data last updated 28 April 2024.
Sat 11/508:45SYD - CTU
1 stop27h 30mChina Southern
Fri 24/515:00CTU - SYD
1 stop26h 40mChina Southern
Deal found 27/4$649
Thu 29/810:05SYD - CTU
1 stop14h 45mChina Southern
Sun 15/912:00CTU - SYD
1 stop29h 40mChina Southern
Deal found 27/4$725
Sun 5/521:45SYD - CTU
1 stop21h 55mChina Southern
Sun 12/522:00CTU - SYD
1 stop19h 40mChina Southern
Deal found 27/4$1,091
Fri 30/810:05SYD - CTU
1 stop26h 35mChina Southern
Wed 25/919:00CTU - SYD
1 stop22h 40mChina Southern
Deal found 27/4$1,367
Fri 30/810:05SYD - CTU
1 stop27h 40mChina Southern
Wed 25/915:00CTU - SYD
2 stops19h 50mChina Southern
Deal found 27/4$1,841

Cheap Sydney to Chengdu flights in April & May 2024

Find cheap flight options from Sydney to Chengdu specifically for the months of April and May 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 564,933 searches. Prices were last updated on 28 April 2024.
Sat 11/508:45SYD - CTU
1 stop27h 30mChina Southern
Fri 24/515:00CTU - SYD
1 stop26h 40mChina Southern
Deal found 27/4$649
Sat 11/508:45SYD - CTU
1 stop27h 30mMultiple Airlines
Fri 24/507:40CTU - SYD
2 stops30h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/4$909
Tue 28/511:00SYD - CTU
1 stop30h 15mChina Eastern
Sat 1/609:15CTU - SYD
1 stop24h 00mChina Eastern
Deal found 26/4$927
Sun 5/509:45SYD - CTU
3 stops28h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/519:00CTU - SYD
1 stop22h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/4$1,056
Sun 5/521:45SYD - CTU
1 stop21h 55mChina Southern
Sun 12/522:00CTU - SYD
1 stop19h 40mChina Southern
Deal found 27/4$1,091
Sun 5/509:45SYD - CTU
2 stops27h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/519:00CTU - SYD
1 stop22h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/4$1,105
Sat 11/517:40SYD - CTU
2 stops20h 35mMultiple Airlines
Fri 24/507:40CTU - SYD
2 stops30h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/4$1,133
Sun 5/509:45SYD - CTU
3 stops28h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/507:55CTU - SYD
3 stops25h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/4$1,234
Sun 5/509:45SYD - CTU
3 stops28h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/510:50CTU - SYD
2 stops19h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/4$1,253

Sydney to Chengdu 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Sydney and Chengdu in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 564,933 searches. Data last updated 28 April 2024.
Sat 11/508:45SYD - CTU
1 stop27h 30mChina Southern
Fri 24/515:00CTU - SYD
1 stop26h 40mChina Southern
Deal found 27/4$649
Thu 29/810:05SYD - CTU
1 stop14h 45mChina Southern
Sun 15/912:00CTU - SYD
1 stop29h 40mChina Southern
Deal found 27/4$725
Thu 29/819:40SYD - CTU
2 stops25h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sun 15/913:00CTU - SYD
1 stop28h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/4$856
Sat 11/508:45SYD - CTU
1 stop27h 30mMultiple Airlines
Fri 24/507:40CTU - SYD
2 stops30h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/4$909
Sat 31/819:40SYD - CTU
2 stops25h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 17/920:00CTU - SYD
2 stops23h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/4$926
Tue 28/511:00SYD - CTU
1 stop30h 15mChina Eastern
Sat 1/609:15CTU - SYD
1 stop24h 00mChina Eastern
Deal found 26/4$927
Sun 5/509:45SYD - CTU
3 stops28h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/519:00CTU - SYD
1 stop22h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/4$1,056
Sun 5/521:45SYD - CTU
1 stop21h 55mChina Southern
Sun 12/522:00CTU - SYD
1 stop19h 40mChina Southern
Deal found 27/4$1,091
Sun 5/509:45SYD - CTU
2 stops27h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/519:00CTU - SYD
1 stop22h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/4$1,105

Sydney to Chengdu flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Sydney to Chengdu for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 564,933 searches. Data last updated 28 April 2024.
Sun 5/509:45SYD - CTU
3 stops28h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/519:00CTU - SYD
1 stop22h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/4$1,056
Sun 5/521:45SYD - CTU
1 stop21h 55mChina Southern
Sun 12/522:00CTU - SYD
1 stop19h 40mChina Southern
Deal found 27/4$1,091
Sun 5/509:45SYD - CTU
2 stops27h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/519:00CTU - SYD
1 stop22h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/4$1,105
Sun 5/509:45SYD - CTU
3 stops28h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/507:55CTU - SYD
3 stops25h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/4$1,234
Sun 5/509:45SYD - CTU
3 stops28h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/510:50CTU - SYD
2 stops19h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/4$1,253

Find flights from Sydney to Chengdu within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Sydney 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 564,933 searches. Data last updated 28 April 2024.

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$649 - $1,367

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Sydney Kingsford SmithChengdu

SYD - CTU

SYDCTU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 11/5

1 stop27h 30m

Chengdu

Fri 24/5

1 stop26h 40m

$649

Sydney Kingsford SmithChengdu

SYD - CTU

SYDCTU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 29/8

1 stop14h 45m

Chengdu

Sun 15/9

1 stop29h 40m

$725

Sydney Kingsford SmithChengdu

SYD - CTU

SYDCTU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 29/8

2 stops25h 35m

Chengdu

Sun 15/9

1 stop28h 40m

$856

Sydney Kingsford SmithChengdu

SYD - CTU

SYDCTU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 11/5

1 stop27h 30m

Chengdu

Fri 24/5

2 stops30h 35m

$909

Sydney Kingsford SmithChengdu

SYD - CTU

SYDCTU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 31/8

2 stops25h 35m

Chengdu

Tue 17/9

2 stops23h 25m

$926

Sydney Kingsford SmithChengdu

SYD - CTU

SYDCTU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 28/5

1 stop30h 15m

Chengdu

Sat 1/6

1 stop24h 00m

$927

Sydney Kingsford SmithChengdu

SYD - CTU

SYDCTU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 11/5

2 stops20h 35m

Chengdu

Fri 24/5

2 stops30h 35m

$1,133

Sydney Kingsford SmithChengdu

SYD - CTU

SYDCTU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 29/8

2 stops18h 50m

Chengdu

Sun 15/9

2 stops24h 10m

$1,243

Sydney Kingsford SmithChengdu

SYD - CTU

SYDCTU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 30/8

1 stop26h 35m

Chengdu

Wed 25/9

1 stop22h 40m

$1,367

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Sydney to Chengdu. Price data was last updated on 28 January 2024.
The price you pay for your flight from Sydney to Chengdu may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 66 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Sydney to Chengdu?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Sydney to Chengdu. Price data was last updated on 21 April 2024.
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Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Sydney to Chengdu flight should consider departing on Friday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Chengdu by month

Plan your trip from Sydney to Chengdu by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Sydney to Chengdu is currently $0 while a return flight costs $970. Price data was last updated on 21 April 2024.

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Chengdu (average of $378). Flying from Sydney to Chengdu in December is currently the most expensive (average of $845). 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.

January

$926

February

$741

March

$579

April

$667

May

$777

June

$875

July

$836

August

$854

September

$895

October

$758

November

$742

December

$1,293

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

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 28 April 2024.
China Eastern
7.3
Good
562 reviews
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Entertainment

6.7

Food

6.4

Comfort

7.1

Overall

7.3

Boarding

7.5

Crew

7.6

Reviews

1 / 1

Pros: New planes. Spotlessly clean. Hard working helpful staff. Good boarding. Adequate legroom by modern standards. Food typical of economy these days. OK. But really good staff.Cons: Fried rice breakfast out of Rome. Mushy. But overall food out of Sydney, Rome and Shanghai, fine.

China Eastern
7.3
Good
562 reviews
China Eastern
7.3
Good
562 reviews
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Entertainment

6.7

Food

6.4

Comfort

7.1

Overall

7.3

Boarding

7.5

Crew

7.6

Reviews

1 / 1

Pros: New planes. Spotlessly clean. Hard working helpful staff. Good boarding. Adequate legroom by modern standards. Food typical of economy these days. OK. But really good staff.Cons: Fried rice breakfast out of Rome. Mushy. But overall food out of Sydney, Rome and Shanghai, fine.

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from Sydney to Chengdu for under $700 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Sydney to Chengdu for under $700. The cheapest flight booked recently is on China Southern for just $649, but on average you can expect to pay $1,074.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Sydney to Chengdu for under $1,100?

    There are currently 5+ open flights from Sydney to Chengdu within the next 7 days for less than $1,100.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Sydney to Chengdu round-trip?

    According to our current data, China Southern ($649), and China Eastern ($927) offers the cheapest pricing from Sydney to Chengdu. Users have found that China Southern is 41% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Sydney to Chengdu?

    Sichuan Airlines, Air China and China Airlines are the most popular airlines when flying from Sydney to Chengdu.

  • What does SYD to CTU mean?

    These are just IATA (International Air Transport Association) codes. They are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Chengdu Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a SYD to CTU flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Sydney to Chengdu that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Sydney to Chengdu flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Sydney to Chengdu with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Sydney to Chengdu flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sydney 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Sydney to Chengdu that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Sydney to Chengdu offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Sydney to Chengdu?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Sydney to Chengdu flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Sydney to Chengdu flight deals updated?

    The Sydney to Chengdu flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 27/4.

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Top 6 airlines flying from Sydney to Chengdu

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China EasternCheapest$532Average$989FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$561Average$1,270FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Air ChinaCheapest$570Average$963FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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China SouthernCheapest$654Average$994FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$978Average$1,786FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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China AirlinesCheapest$1,098Average$1,502FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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