£331+ Cheap flights to Chengdu (CTU)

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 29/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— CTU
30 May — 6 Jun1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Chengdu in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Chengdu
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Chengdu. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 30 April 2026.

Thu 10/911:35
LGW
-
CTU
1 stop20h 40m
China Eastern
Thu 12/1117:30
CTU
-
LGW
1 stop21h 00m
China Eastern
Deal found 29/4£508
Mon 18/511:40
LGW
-
CTU
1 stop21h 00m
China Southern
Wed 17/615:00
CTU
-
LGW
1 stop22h 30m
China Southern
Deal found 28/4£546
Thu 3/1217:40
LHR
-
CTU
1 stop21h 45m
Air China
Sun 21/222:00
CTU
-
LHR
1 stop25h 55m
Air China
Deal found 27/4£561
Sun 17/522:10
LHR
-
CTU
1 stop29h 35m
China Southern
Wed 17/608:30
CTU
-
LHR
1 stop16h 35m
China Southern
Deal found 28/4£565
Sun 3/521:00
LHR
-
CTU
1 stop17h 55m
China Southern
Sun 10/522:00
CTU
-
LHR
1 stop28h 20m
China Southern
Deal found 28/4£570
Mon 7/1211:05
LGW
-
CTU
1 stop17h 20m
Air China
Sun 28/322:00
CTU
-
LGW
1 stop15h 35m
Air China
Deal found 27/4£575
Tue 9/607:25
LHR
-
CTU
2 stops19h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 16/622:00
CTU
-
LHR
2 stops24h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4£576
Mon 18/522:10
LHR
-
CTU
1 stop17h 30m
China Southern
Wed 17/608:30
CTU
-
LHR
1 stop16h 35m
China Southern
Deal found 28/4£581
Tue 9/622:10
LHR
-
CTU
1 stop17h 30m
China Southern
Tue 16/617:30
CTU
-
LHR
1 stop31h 35m
China Southern
Deal found 25/4£583
Sat 30/509:00
LHR
-
CTU
2 stops17h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 7/622:00
CTU
-
LHR
2 stops18h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4£586
Wed 4/1120:25
LHR
-
CTU
1 stop14h 40m
Air China
Wed 11/1110:00
CTU
-
LHR
1 stop15h 50m
Air China
Deal found 25/4£587
Fri 1/522:10
LHR
-
CTU
1 stop17h 30m
China Southern
Fri 8/508:30
CTU
-
LHR
1 stop16h 35m
China Southern
Deal found 26/4£589

Find flight deals to Chengdu

Find the latest flights to Chengdu in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 858,174 searches and data was last updated on 30 April 2026.

Return from

£508

One-way from

£331

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

September

Good round-trip deal

£494 or less

Good one-way deal

£339 or less
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 10/9-12/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 41h 40m total
  • London to Chengdu
29/5
  • 29/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 38h 55m total
  • London to Chengdu
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (£68 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease (£38 potential savings vs. average return price).
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from London to Chengdu.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from London to Chengdu.

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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

LondonChengdu

LGW - CTU

LGWCTU

London Gatwick

Fri 29/5

11:35-18:30

1 stop23h 55m

Chengdu

Thu 4/6

18:10-06:40

1 stop19h 30m

£589

LondonChengdu

LHR - CTU

LHRCTU

London Heathrow

Wed 3/6

06:15-12:15

2 stops23h 00m

Chengdu

Wed 10/6

06:55-18:40

1 stop18h 45m

£609

LondonChengdu

LHR - CTU

LHRCTU

London Heathrow

Wed 3/6

06:15-12:15

2 stops23h 00m

Chengdu

Tue 9/6

06:55-18:40

1 stop18h 45m

£649

LondonChengdu

LGW - CTU

LGWCTU

London Gatwick

Sun 14/6

11:15-11:25

1 stop17h 10m

Chengdu

Sun 21/6

20:15-07:00

1 stop17h 45m

£691

LondonChengdu

LGW - CTU

LGWCTU

London Gatwick

Fri 5/6

11:35-15:15

1 stop20h 40m

Chengdu

Tue 9/6

13:30-06:40

1 stop24h 10m

£733

LondonChengdu

LGW - CTU

LGWCTU

London Gatwick

Thu 4/6

11:35-15:15

1 stop20h 40m

Chengdu

Fri 19/6

13:30-06:40

1 stop24h 10m

£733

LondonChengdu

LHR - CTU

LHRCTU

London Heathrow

Thu 4/6

08:55-15:40

2 stops23h 45m

Chengdu

Tue 9/6

06:55-18:40

1 stop18h 45m

£751

LondonChengdu

LGW - CTU

LGWCTU

London Gatwick

Sun 21/6

12:35-19:40

1 stop24h 05m

Chengdu

Sat 4/7

22:00-18:20

1 stop27h 20m

£782

LondonChengdu

LGW - CTU

LGWCTU

London Gatwick

Mon 13/7

21:50-20:40

1 stop15h 50m

Chengdu

Fri 31/7

22:00-15:25

1 stop24h 25m

£786

LondonChengdu

LGW - CTU

LGWCTU

London Gatwick

Fri 29/5

08:00-12:15

2 stops21h 15m

Chengdu

Thu 4/6

19:00-06:30

1 stop18h 30m

£791

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Chengdu

How long is the flight to Chengdu?

On average, a flight from London to Chengdu takes 19 hours 16 minutes. Flights to Chengdu from other popular cities in United Kingdom will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Chengdu?

The cheapest airlines flying from London to Chengdu are China Southern and Air China.

Rainfall in Chengdu by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chengdu ranges from 0.0 - 250.0 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 250.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Chengdu when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in Chengdu by month

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

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).

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 30 April 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown China Southern,China Eastern, andAir China to China to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.0

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 7
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

NRT - CAN

The reclinjng didnot work in our seats. The TV didnot work. The crew was not helpful. The food was awful. Overall very very poor experience. I traveled with the family of 5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.0

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 7
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

NRT - CAN

The reclinjng didnot work in our seats. The TV didnot work. The crew was not helpful. The food was awful. Overall very very poor experience. I traveled with the family of 5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.0

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 7
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

NRT - CAN

The reclinjng didnot work in our seats. The TV didnot work. The crew was not helpful. The food was awful. Overall very very poor experience. I traveled with the family of 5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.0

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 7
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

NRT - CAN

The reclinjng didnot work in our seats. The TV didnot work. The crew was not helpful. The food was awful. Overall very very poor experience. I traveled with the family of 5

FAQs about flying to Chengdu

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.

  • When is the best time to fly to Chengdu?

    In terms of the weather, the ideal months to visit the city are from March to May and September to November. Visiting during these periods will ensure you miss both the rainy season and the most humid conditions. To experience the magic of the Chinese New Year festivities, the time to visit is during February.    Low season in the city occurs during the months of March, April, November and December. Prices are generally cheaper during these months and the city is less crowded.

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

    Most people fly into Chengdu (CTU) if they book a flight to Chengdu. Chengdu is conveniently located just 9.4 mi from Chengdu’s city center.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Chengdu if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Chengdu on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Chengdu?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, China Southern is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Chengdu.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Chengdu depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Chengdu, London offers the quickest one-way flight (15 hours 35 minutes).

  • Does Chengdu have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Chengdu can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Chengdu?

    Yes. Chengdu has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Chengdu Aviation Hotel is the closest property to Chengdu (0.0 mi away from Chengdu).

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