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— CTU
27 Jan — 3 Feb1
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Flights to Chengdu in 2025

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Best flights to Chengdu
Discover carefully curated flight deals to Chengdu that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 28 December 2025.

Mon 9/221:00LHR - CTU
1 stop19h 55mChina Eastern
Mon 16/221:15CTU - LHR
1 stop28h 15mChina Eastern
Deal found 26/12£437
Thu 22/111:05LGW - CTU
1 stop26h 50mAir China
Mon 26/120:30CTU - LGW
1 stop18h 25mAir China
Deal found 26/12£448
Tue 21/421:00LHR - CTU
1 stop16h 00mChina Southern
Thu 30/413:30CTU - LHR
1 stop35h 35mChina Southern
Deal found 27/12£472
Fri 6/221:10LHR - CTU
1 stop28h 30mShenzhen Airlines
Sun 15/220:55CTU - LHR
1 stop30h 15mShenzhen Airlines
Deal found 26/12£543
Sun 18/121:10LHR - CTU
1 stop18h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 21/121:15CTU - LHR
1 stop28h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/12£564
Tue 10/211:30LHR - CTU
2 stops21h 30mLufthansa
Tue 17/209:00CTU - LHR
2 stops20h 00mLufthansa
Deal found 27/12£627
Fri 6/211:35LGW - CTU
1 stop15h 50mAir China
Sun 15/214:35CTU - LGW
1 stop24h 20mAir China
Deal found 26/12£491
Fri 29/512:35LGW - CTU
1 stop16h 50mAir China
Thu 4/622:00CTU - LGW
1 stop15h 35mAir China
Deal found 26/12£516
Mon 9/211:30LHR - CTU
2 stops21h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 16/220:05CTU - LHR
2 stops30h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/12£577
Tue 10/221:00LHR - CTU
1 stop19h 55mChina Eastern
Tue 17/220:45CTU - LHR
1 stop28h 45mChina Eastern
Deal found 27/12£598
Tue 31/321:00LHR - CTU
1 stop17h 55mChina Southern
Wed 8/408:30CTU - LHR
1 stop16h 35mChina Southern
Deal found 26/12£623
Thu 28/512:35LGW - CTU
1 stop14h 55mAir China
Mon 1/620:15CTU - LGW
1 stop17h 40mAir China
Deal found 26/12£516
Tue 10/209:30LHR - CTU
2 stops23h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 17/209:00CTU - LHR
1 stop16h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/12£579
Sun 18/120:15STN - CTU
2 stops31h 40mEmirates
Wed 21/117:30CTU - STN
2 stops32h 25mEmirates
Deal found 27/12£1,291
Fri 29/511:15LGW - CTU
1 stop17h 10mAir China
Fri 5/620:15CTU - LGW
1 stop17h 45mAir China
Deal found 26/12£516
Sun 31/521:00LHR - CTU
1 stop16h 00mChina Southern
Fri 5/608:30CTU - LHR
1 stop16h 35mChina Southern
Deal found 26/12£644
Fri 29/511:15LGW - CTU
1 stop17h 10mAir China
Wed 3/621:00CTU - LGW
1 stop16h 35mAir China
Deal found 26/12£516
Thu 28/509:15LCY - CTU
2 stops25h 00mMultiple Airlines
Thu 4/622:00CTU - LCY
2 stops17h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/12£668
Mon 25/512:35LGW - CTU
1 stop16h 25mAir China
Mon 1/620:15CTU - LGW
1 stop17h 40mAir China
Deal found 26/12£516
Tue 26/512:35LGW - CTU
1 stop15h 50mAir China
Mon 1/620:15CTU - LGW
1 stop17h 40mAir China
Deal found 26/12£516
Thu 28/512:35LGW - CTU
1 stop16h 50mAir China
Wed 3/621:00CTU - LGW
1 stop16h 35mAir China
Deal found 26/12£516
Tue 10/206:00STN - CTU
3 stops27h 00mMultiple Airlines
Tue 17/220:05CTU - STN
3 stops23h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/12£790
Mon 25/512:35LGW - CTU
1 stop16h 25mAir China
Thu 4/622:00CTU - LGW
1 stop15h 35mAir China
Deal found 26/12£516
Tue 10/210:00LCY - CTU
2 stops22h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 17/206:30CTU - LCY
2 stops21h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/12£801
Sat 30/512:35LGW - CTU
1 stop14h 55mAir China
Wed 3/620:00CTU - LGW
1 stop17h 35mAir China
Deal found 26/12£516
Tue 13/120:15STN - CTU
2 stops31h 40mEmirates
Thu 22/117:30CTU - STN
2 stops32h 25mEmirates
Deal found 28/12£1,324
Tue 10/210:55LTN - CTU
2 stops24h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 17/222:00CTU - LTN
2 stops31h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/12£830
Sun 31/512:35LGW - CTU
1 stop14h 55mAir China
Sun 7/619:00CTU - LGW
1 stop18h 45mAir China
Deal found 26/12£516
Thu 22/120:15STN - CTU
2 stops31h 40mEmirates
Mon 26/117:30CTU - STN
2 stops32h 25mEmirates
Deal found 26/12£1,344
Tue 14/420:25LHR - CTU
1 stop14h 30mAir China
Fri 24/410:00CTU - LHR
1 stop17h 25mAir China
Deal found 26/12£602

Find flight deals to Chengdu

Find the latest flights to Chengdu in 2025, 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 28 December 2025.

Return from

£432

One-way from

£280

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

March

Average price

£848

Good round-trip deal

£431 or less

Good one-way deal

£343 or less
China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 22/1-26/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 63h 30m total
  • London to Chengdu
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China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 22/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 18h 05m total
  • London to Chengdu
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price (£73 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease (£32 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for return flights in December 2025
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London

Route

Depart

Return

Price

LondonChengdu

LHR - CTU

LHRCTU

London Heathrow

Mon 9/2

21:00-00:55

1 stop19h 55m

Chengdu

Mon 16/2

21:15-17:30

1 stop28h 15m

£437

LondonChengdu

LGW - CTU

LGWCTU

London Gatwick

Thu 22/1

11:05-21:55

1 stop26h 50m

Chengdu

Mon 26/1

20:30-06:55

1 stop18h 25m

£448

LondonChengdu

LHR - CTU

LHRCTU

London Heathrow

Tue 21/4

21:00-20:00

1 stop16h 00m

Chengdu

Thu 30/4

13:30-18:05

1 stop35h 35m

£472

LondonChengdu

LGW - CTU

LGWCTU

London Gatwick

Fri 6/2

11:35-11:25

1 stop15h 50m

Chengdu

Sun 15/2

14:35-06:55

1 stop24h 20m

£491

LondonChengdu

LGW - CTU

LGWCTU

London Gatwick

Fri 29/5

12:35-12:25

1 stop16h 50m

Chengdu

Thu 4/6

22:00-06:35

1 stop15h 35m

£516

LondonChengdu

LGW - CTU

LGWCTU

London Gatwick

Thu 28/5

12:35-10:30

1 stop14h 55m

Chengdu

Mon 1/6

20:15-06:55

1 stop17h 40m

£516

LondonChengdu

LGW - CTU

LGWCTU

London Gatwick

Fri 29/5

11:15-11:25

1 stop17h 10m

Chengdu

Fri 5/6

20:15-07:00

1 stop17h 45m

£516

LondonChengdu

LGW - CTU

LGWCTU

London Gatwick

Fri 29/5

11:15-11:25

1 stop17h 10m

Chengdu

Wed 3/6

21:00-06:35

1 stop16h 35m

£516

LondonChengdu

LGW - CTU

LGWCTU

London Gatwick

Mon 25/5

12:35-12:00

1 stop16h 25m

Chengdu

Mon 1/6

20:15-06:55

1 stop17h 40m

£516

LondonChengdu

LGW - CTU

LGWCTU

London Gatwick

Tue 26/5

12:35-11:25

1 stop15h 50m

Chengdu

Mon 1/6

20:15-06:55

1 stop17h 40m

£516

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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 20 hours 25 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 most popular airlines that fly to Chengdu?

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

Air China
Air China
From £441
China Southern
China Southern
From £346
China Eastern
China Eastern
From £555

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 28 December 2025.
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.
China Southern
7.5
Good
123 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 5
6.0
Good

Ebbi,Aug 2025

LAX - CAN

Boarding was nice the employees and the crew. They were very nice but the food maybe I don’t like it but it’s not international food. It’s more towards Chinese Tayst, which I do understand but that’s only complain. I have.
China Southern
7.5
Good
123 reviews
China Southern
7.5
Good
123 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 5
6.0
Good

Ebbi,Aug 2025

LAX - CAN

Boarding was nice the employees and the crew. They were very nice but the food maybe I don’t like it but it’s not international food. It’s more towards Chinese Tayst, which I do understand but that’s only complain. I have.
China Eastern
7.2
Good
183 reviews
China Southern
7.5
Good
123 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 5
6.0
Good

Ebbi,Aug 2025

LAX - CAN

Boarding was nice the employees and the crew. They were very nice but the food maybe I don’t like it but it’s not international food. It’s more towards Chinese Tayst, which I do understand but that’s only complain. I have.
Air China
7.2
Good
134 reviews
China Southern
7.5
Good
123 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 5
6.0
Good

Ebbi,Aug 2025

LAX - CAN

Boarding was nice the employees and the crew. They were very nice but the food maybe I don’t like it but it’s not international food. It’s more towards Chinese Tayst, which I do understand but that’s only complain. I have.

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 (14 hours 30 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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