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Cheap flights from Sydney to Chengdu from $392

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 27/5. 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
23 Mar — 30 Mar1
1 adult
Sat 23/3
Sat 30/3

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 Monday

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 19 March 2024.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,059

Round-trip from

$713
High demand for flights, 23% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 23% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in March 2024
From Sydney Kingsford Smith to Chengdu

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 $884 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as $1,092.

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 $1,110. You can even find prices in October for less than $1,110, as users have found deals to Chengdu from as low as $657. 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 22% 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 651,626 searches. Data last updated 19 March 2024.
Take a look at some of the lowest-priced China Southern flights heading from Sydney to Chengdu. Make sure to double check the flight details before booking.
Sun 24/311:25SYD - CTU
1 stop26h 50mChina Southern
Sun 31/315:00CTU - SYD
1 stop26h 40mChina Southern
Deal found 17/3$1,202
Mon 15/408:45SYD - CTU
1 stop35h 40mChina Southern
Sat 27/412:00CTU - SYD
1 stop18h 25mChina Southern
Deal found 18/3$1,347
Mon 25/312:40SYD - CTU
2 stops25h 35mChina Southern
Fri 12/421:30CTU - SYD
2 stops44h 10mChina Southern
Deal found 17/3$1,775
Sun 24/311:25SYD - CTU
1 stop27h 30mChina Southern
Sun 31/315:00CTU - SYD
1 stop26h 40mChina Southern
Deal found 17/3$6,640

Cheap China Eastern flights from Sydney to Chengdu

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by China Eastern 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 651,626 searches. Data last updated 19 March 2024.
Have a look at some of the cheapest available China Eastern flights departing from Sydney and landing in Chengdu. Deals are refreshing constantly so come back soon for more options.
Mon 25/313:30SYD - CTU
3 stops29h 30mChina Eastern
Fri 12/419:55CTU - SYD
2 stops34h 35mChina Eastern
Deal found 17/3$1,937
Mon 15/420:30SYD - CTU
3 stops24h 05mChina Eastern
Sat 27/417:30CTU - SYD
1 stop15h 45mChina Eastern
Deal found 18/3$4,016
Sun 24/312:00SYD - CTU
2 stops27h 15mChina Eastern
Sun 31/306:55CTU - SYD
1 stop24h 05mChina Eastern
Deal found 17/3$10,138

Cheap Sydney to Chengdu flights in March & April 2024

Find cheap flight options from Sydney to Chengdu specifically for the months of March and April 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 651,626 searches. Prices were last updated on 19 March 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from Sydney to Chengdu in 2024. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
Wed 20/312:00SYD - CTU
1 stop15h 55mChina Eastern
Wed 3/413:30CTU - SYD
1 stop17h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 18/3$529
Tue 19/320:40SYD - CTU
1 stop26h 50mAir China
Wed 10/416:00CTU - SYD
1 stop20h 50mAir China
Deal found 18/3$788
Wed 24/410:05SYD - CTU
1 stop27h 40mChina Southern
Fri 31/519:00CTU - SYD
1 stop22h 40mChina Southern
Deal found 18/3$844
Wed 20/313:30SYD - CTU
2 stops27h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/420:00CTU - SYD
1 stop16h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/3$875
Tue 19/320:40SYD - CTU
2 stops19h 40mAir China
Wed 10/417:30CTU - SYD
1 stop19h 20mAir China
Deal found 18/3$888
Tue 19/312:00SYD - CTU
1 stop15h 55mChina Eastern
Thu 11/406:55CTU - SYD
1 stop24h 05mChina Eastern
Deal found 18/3$902
Tue 19/312:00SYD - CTU
1 stop27h 35mChina Eastern
Tue 9/406:55CTU - SYD
1 stop27h 40mChina Eastern
Deal found 18/3$917
Tue 19/312:35SYD - CTU
2 stops15h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/417:30CTU - SYD
1 stop15h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/3$1,080
Tue 19/306:20SYD - CTU
2 stops21h 35mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/409:00CTU - SYD
1 stop32h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/3$1,105

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 651,626 searches. Data last updated 19 March 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from Sydney to Chengdu in 2024. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
Wed 20/312:00SYD - CTU
1 stop15h 55mChina Eastern
Wed 3/413:30CTU - SYD
1 stop17h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 18/3$529
Tue 19/320:40SYD - CTU
1 stop26h 50mAir China
Wed 10/416:00CTU - SYD
1 stop20h 50mAir China
Deal found 18/3$788
Wed 24/410:05SYD - CTU
1 stop27h 40mChina Southern
Fri 31/519:00CTU - SYD
1 stop22h 40mChina Southern
Deal found 18/3$844
Wed 20/313:30SYD - CTU
2 stops27h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/420:00CTU - SYD
1 stop16h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/3$875
Tue 19/320:40SYD - CTU
2 stops19h 40mAir China
Wed 10/417:30CTU - SYD
1 stop19h 20mAir China
Deal found 18/3$888
Tue 19/312:00SYD - CTU
1 stop15h 55mChina Eastern
Thu 11/406:55CTU - SYD
1 stop24h 05mChina Eastern
Deal found 18/3$902
Tue 19/312:00SYD - CTU
1 stop27h 35mChina Eastern
Tue 9/406:55CTU - SYD
1 stop27h 40mChina Eastern
Deal found 18/3$917
Sat 10/806:00SYD - CTU
2 stops18h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/922:00CTU - SYD
1 stop19h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/3$1,056
Tue 19/312:35SYD - CTU
2 stops15h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/417:30CTU - SYD
1 stop15h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/3$1,080

One-way flights to Chengdu from Sydney

Search for one-way flight options from Sydney to Chengdu. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 651,626 searches. Data last updated 19 March 2024.
If you're seeking multiple options on one-way flights from Sydney to Chengdu, be sure to check out these deals, which are updated often. Those seeking round-trip flights from Sydney to Chengdu should utilise the search form at the top of the page.
Mon 27/510:05SYD - CTU
1 stop14h 45mChina Southern
Deal found 16/3$392
Mon 27/506:30SYD - CTU
2 stops18h 20mChina Southern
Deal found 16/3$407
Tue 2/411:15SYD - CTU
2 stops32h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/3$533
Tue 2/411:15SYD - CTU
3 stops40h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/3$600
Sat 6/416:05SYD - CTU
3 stops50h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/3$632
Sat 6/412:20SYD - CTU
2 stops31h 45mChina Eastern
Deal found 18/3$672
Tue 2/412:00SYD - CTU
1 stop30h 15mChina Eastern
Deal found 18/3$673
Sat 6/412:20SYD - CTU
1 stop15h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/3$823
Thu 28/311:25SYD - CTU
1 stop31h 50mChina Southern
Deal found 18/3$1,231

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 651,626 searches. Data last updated 19 March 2024.

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Any airport

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Any airport

Budget

$643 - $1,937

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Sydney Kingsford SmithChengdu

SYD - CTU

SYDCTU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 25/3

1 stop22h 15m

Chengdu

Fri 12/4

1 stop32h 40m

$643

Sydney Kingsford SmithChengdu

SYD - CTU

SYDCTU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 27/3

2 stops38h 10m

Chengdu

Mon 8/4

1 stop16h 50m

$911

Sydney Kingsford SmithChengdu

SYD - CTU

SYDCTU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 25/3

1 stop22h 15m

Chengdu

Fri 12/4

2 stops26h 40m

$980

Sydney Kingsford SmithChengdu

SYD - CTU

SYDCTU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 27/3

3 stops30h 10m

Chengdu

Mon 8/4

1 stop32h 40m

$1,067

Sydney Kingsford SmithChengdu

SYD - CTU

SYDCTU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 27/3

1 stop15h 55m

Chengdu

Mon 8/4

1 stop32h 40m

$1,138

Sydney Kingsford SmithChengdu

SYD - CTU

SYDCTU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 24/3

1 stop26h 50m

Chengdu

Sun 31/3

1 stop26h 40m

$1,202

Sydney Kingsford SmithChengdu

SYD - CTU

SYDCTU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 15/4

1 stop35h 40m

Chengdu

Sat 27/4

1 stop18h 25m

$1,347

Sydney Kingsford SmithChengdu

SYD - CTU

SYDCTU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 25/3

2 stops25h 35m

Chengdu

Fri 12/4

2 stops44h 10m

$1,775

Sydney Kingsford SmithChengdu

SYD - CTU

SYDCTU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 25/3

3 stops29h 30m

Chengdu

Fri 12/4

2 stops34h 35m

$1,937

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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 10 March 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 $663 while a return flight costs $1,222. Price data was last updated on 17 March 2024.

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Chengdu (average of $468). 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

$922

February

$737

March

$713

April

$806

May

$803

June

$952

July

$853

August

$850

September

$897

October

$754

November

$739

December

$1,287

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 19 March 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with China Southern and China Eastern from Sydney to Chengdu to help guide your decision. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
7.9
Good
390 reviews

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

8.0

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.3

Food

7.3

Entertainment

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

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

8.0

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.3

Food

7.3

Entertainment

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

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

8.0

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.3

Food

7.3

Entertainment

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.

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 Multiple Airlines for just $643, but on average you can expect to pay $2,648.

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

    According to our current data, China Southern ($1,202), and China Eastern ($1,937) offers the cheapest pricing from Sydney to Chengdu.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly 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.

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Top 6 airlines flying from Sydney to Chengdu

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Sichuan AirlinesCheapest$558Average$1,273FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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Air ChinaCheapest$573Average$995FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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China SouthernCheapest$659Average$1,019FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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China EasternCheapest$710Average$1,072FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$973Average$1,778FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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China AirlinesCheapest$1,093Average$1,495FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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